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Securities Litigation Associate

$260k - $365k

Talnt

Job Description

Job Description

Securities Litigation Associate

San Francisco, CA | Menlo Park, CA
Full-Time | Base Salary: $260,000 to $365,000 annually

About the Role

We are seeking a Securities Litigation Associate with three to five years of experience to join a financial and securities litigation practice in San Francisco or Silicon Valley.

This attorney will represent corporate and individual clients in securities class actions, shareholder derivative lawsuits, merger litigation, and related commercial disputes. The role also involves internal investigations, government and regulatory investigations, and advocacy concerning potential enforcement actions. Clients include major corporations and businesses in technology, life sciences, and other industries. The position offers collaborative case work, direct involvement in complex disputes, and professional development through training and mentoring.

Responsibilities
  • Represent clients in securities class actions, shareholder derivative lawsuits, merger litigation, and related commercial disputes at the trial and appellate levels.
  • Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, legal memoranda, and other litigation documents.
  • Conduct legal research and analyze factual records to support case strategy and client advice.
  • Support discovery, document review, and preparation for depositions, hearings, and trial.
  • Assist with internal, government, and regulatory investigations involving alleged securities law violations.
  • Support advocacy before federal and state regulators to minimize or avoid enforcement actions.
  • Evaluate legal and factual issues arising from securities disputes and communicate findings to the case team.
  • Collaborate with partners, associates, clients, and other stakeholders across litigation and investigation matters.
  • Manage assignments, deadlines, and competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and responsiveness.
Qualifications
  • Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
  • Admission to the California State Bar.
  • Three to five years of experience in securities litigation or a related field.
  • Experience with securities-related disputes and investigations or charges brought by federal or state agencies concerning alleged securities law violations.
  • Strong analytical, legal research, and writing skills.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively in an active litigation practice.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with securities class actions, shareholder derivative litigation, or merger disputes.
  • Experience supporting regulatory advocacy, enforcement matters, or internal investigations.
  • Experience preparing trial or appellate submissions in complex civil litigation.
  • Experience representing technology, life sciences, or other publicly traded companies and their officers or directors.
Compensation
  • Expected annual base salary of $260,000 to $365,000.
  • Compensation within the range depends on qualifications, relevant experience or education, skills, expertise, and geographic location.
  • Potential annual discretionary merit bonus based on firm and individual performance.
Vacancy posted 23 days ago
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