Financial Services Litigation Associate - Midlevel - New York or San Francisco

Financial Services Litigation Associate – Midlevel –New York or San Francisco Davis Wright Tremaine LLP seeks a midlevel associate attorney to join its Financial Services Litigation team in New York or San Francisco. This role is ideal for a candidate with at least 3 years of experience handling complex securities and/or financial services litigation matters. The associate will work closely with DWT partners on sophisticated litigation and arbitration, matters for financial institution and fintech clients. The position offers substantial responsibility, direct client exposure, and immediate integration into active matters. Responsibilities Manage substantive aspects of complex litigation matters in federal and state courts, arbitrations, and regulatory proceedings Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation filings Handle discovery, including document review, written discovery, and witness preparation Support deposition preparation, hearings, and trial strategy Participate in case management, factual development, and client counseling Collaborate across litigation and financial services teams on high-profile disputes and enforcement matters Qualifications 3 years of experience in securities and/or financial services litigation Strong writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills Experience managing day-to-day litigation responsibilities and working directly with clients Government agency experience is a plus Admission to the New York or California bar required, depending on office location Why Join DWT Immediate substantive work on active and growing matters Direct mentorship from experienced litigation partners Strong cross-practice collaboration opportunities Exposure to sophisticated financial services and securities disputes Long-term growth opportunity within an expanding litigation practice Davis Wright Tremaine LLP embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. It brings out the best of what each individual has to offer and inspires us to build strong and lasting connections with each other, our clients, and our communities. We are committed to creating and cultivating a diverse workforce and inclusive environment where every employee has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to hire, promote, transfer, terminate, and make all employment-related decisions without regard to an employee's sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religious creed, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, military condition, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal laws. Davis Wright Tremaine provides reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees who need reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their positions due to a disability or for religious reasons. If you need to request accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. Compensation & Benefits Salary Range: The annualized salary range for this position is$215,000 to $290,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate's education, training, experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. Core Benefits: Full-time employees may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance (with an optional Health Savings Account), dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, and disability. Paid Time Off (PTO): Full-time employees receive sick leave benefitsin accordance withthe appropriate state Sick & Safe Leave Policy. Attorneys generally take approximately three weeks of vacation annually, though the exact amount may vary depending on client and firm needs. The firm also provides 11 paid holidays each year. Additional Programs: Employees may participate in 401(k) retirement planning, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Available voluntary benefits include accident, life, disability, long-term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and transit programs are also available. Full-time employees may also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.

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