Associate Attorney, Securities Litigation

Scott+Scott Attorneys At Law LLP is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Securities Litigation Practice Group. This is a full time, exempt, salaried role based at Scott+Scott’s New York City office with the potential to win increasing responsibilities within the practice group and attain professional growth by demonstrating knowledge, aptitude, and skill. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Investigate, prepare, and file securities class action complaints. Generate and answer discovery, including records requests. Conduct and defend depositions. Draft legal briefs and other court submissions. Regularly communicate and coordinate with co-counsel. Travel to depositions, mediations, meetings and hearings as necessary. Oral Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in all situations; listens and asks for clarification; responds well to questions; and argues effectively. Research – Conducts thorough legal and factual research relevant to matters; has familiarity with WestLaw and Lexis search products; makes effective use of legal precedent; and stays abreast of developments within relevant areas of the law. Legal Writing – Writes clearly and informatively; edits work for content, grammar, and spelling; varies writing style to meet the given assignment; presents numerical and financial data accurately and effectively; and has the ability to read and interpret complex written information. Temperament – Demonstrates the ability to work independently; prioritizes and anticipates work needs; and works well under periods of pressure and short deadlines. Ethics – Always keeps client and firm information strictly confidential; and understands and implements general rules of ethical behavior applicable to lawyers. Technical Skills – Advanced proficiency with Microsoft suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint; and experience with timekeeping software. Required Education and Certifications Legal degree from accredited institution. Current admission in good standing to any Bar in the United States. Compensation The annual salary range for this salaried, exempt position is $170,000 to 230,000. Salary determination will depend on the candidate’s experience and qualifications. Scott+Scott provides comprehensive benefits programs for eligible employees with the goal of empowering them and their families to thrive mentally, physically, and financially. These benefits programs include: Medical, dental and vision plans with in/out of network coverage & Health Savings Account options Life Insurance & Disability Optional Supplemental Health Insurance coverage for Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness 401k Retirement Savings Plan Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Emergency Backup Care Services Equal Opportunity Policy Statement Scott+Scott Attorneys at Law LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Contact: Emily Turner, Director of Human Resources:View email address on click.appcast.io. Associate Attorney, Securities Litigation #J-18808-Ljbffr Scott + Scott LLP