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Litigation Associate (Securities)- San Diego

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Litigation Associate – Securities
Locations: New York, NY | Orange County, CA | San Diego, CA | San Francisco, CA | Silicon Valley, CA | Washington, D.C.
Practice Area: Securities Litigation
Experience Level: Minimum 2 Years Position Summary

Direct Counsel is representing an AmLaw 100 law firm seeking a Securities Litigation Associate to join its national litigation team. The firm serves high-profile clients across industries, offering deep expertise in securities law and representing clients in major financial and business hubs across the U.S. This role is ideal for an associate looking to work on complex and high-impact securities matters.

Key Responsibilities
  • Represent clients in securities litigation , including class actions , shareholder derivative suits , and SEC enforcement proceedings .

  • Draft motions, pleadings, discovery responses, and other litigation documents in high-stakes securities cases.

  • Assist with internal investigations and counsel clients on regulatory compliance and corporate governance .

  • Manage multiple case assignments and collaborate with partners, associates, and client teams.

  • Participate in depositions , hearings , and potentially trial preparation .

Qualifications
  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

  • Licensed to practice law in at least one of the listed jurisdictions or eligible for admission.

  • Minimum 2 years of experience handling securities litigation matters.

  • Strong knowledge of the Securities Act of 1933 , Securities Exchange Act of 1934 , and related SEC regulations.

  • Excellent legal writing , research , and oral communication skills.

  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively on complex litigation matters with minimal supervision.

Vacancy posted 8 days ago
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