Securities Litigation Associate – (3-5yrs) – Los Angeles/Century City
Firm Description:
Our client is a full-service law firm with nearly 700 attorneys across offices in the United States, London, and Shanghai. Known for its entrepreneurial culture and innovative legal solutions, the firm provides strategic counsel in areas such as corporate law, financial markets, healthcare, litigation, real estate, and intellectual property. With a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, and pro bono service, the firm fosters a collaborative environment that supports early hands-on experience and professional growth. It is consistently recognized for its high-value legal services and forward-thinking approach to client representation.
Position Description:
Securities Litigation Associate
Our client, a premier Am Law 100 law firm, is seeking a Securities Litigation Associate to join its Los Angeles office. This opportunity is ideal for a litigation associate with 3-5 years of defense-side securities litigation experience who is looking to work on sophisticated, high-profile matters within a nationally recognized practice.The successful candidate will have significant experience handling securities litigation matters, a strong understanding of federal securities laws, and the ability to assume meaningful responsibility in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
Responsibilities
- Represent corporate clients, directors, officers, and financial institutions in complex securities litigation matters
- Assist in all phases of litigation, including case strategy, motion practice, discovery, and trial preparation
- Conduct legal research and analyze issues arising under federal securities laws
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda, and other litigation-related documents
- Manage discovery and document review processes
- Support client communications and case management responsibilities
- Collaborate with partners and litigation teams on high-stakes securities matters
- Handle multiple assignments while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar
- 3-5 years of securities litigation experience at a nationally recognized law firm
- Significant defense-side litigation experience
- Strong knowledge of federal securities laws, including the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act (PSLRA)
- Exceptional legal research, analytical, and writing skills
- Strong organizational and case management abilities
- Ability to exercise sound judgment and independently manage responsibilities
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Why This Opportunity
Our client offers the opportunity to join a highly regarded securities litigation practice representing sophisticated clients in complex and impactful matters. Attorneys benefit from:
- Exposure to significant securities and shareholder litigation matters
- Direct collaboration with experienced litigation partners
- Meaningful substantive responsibility and professional development opportunities
- A collaborative, entrepreneurial, and high-performing culture
- A strong national platform with exceptional resources and client relationships
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $270,000 – $385,000 annually
- Compensation will be determined based on factors including experience, class year, practice area background, and overall qualifications
- Competitive bonus eligibility and comprehensive benefits package offered in accordance with firm policies
Meet Your Recruiter
Samir Metovic
Director of Legal Recruiting
