Securities Litigation Associate Attorney

Securities Litigation Associate Attorney

Direct Hire | Hybrid (3 Days In-Office)

Office Locations Available:
Silicon Valley | New York | Washington, DC | Seattle | San Francisco | Santa Monica

Compensation: $310,000 – $445,000 (base, commensurate with experience)
Relocation: Supported
Visa Sponsorship: Not available

The Opportunity

HireNow Staffing is partnering with a top-tier national law firm to identify a seasoned Securities Litigation Associate Attorney to join a market-leading practice handling some of the most complex and high-stakes securities matters in the country.

This role is ideal for an associate who has thrived in elite, fast-paced litigation environments and is looking to deepen their experience in securities class actions, shareholder disputes, and regulatory investigations involving cutting-edge technology and life sciences companies.

Position Overview

The Securities Litigation practice represents public companies, boards, executives, and financial institutions in bet-the-company matters. Associates are trusted with meaningful responsibility early and work closely with partners on headline-making litigation and investigations.

You will be embedded in lean, highly collaborative teams where analytical rigor, writing excellence, and strategic judgment are essential.

Mandatory Requirements (Non-Negotiable)

Candidates must meet all of the following criteria to be considered:

Education

Candidates must be graduates of a T14 law school, including:

• Yale Law School

• Stanford Law School

• Harvard Law School

• University of Chicago Law School

• Columbia Law School

• New York University School of Law

• University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School

• University of Virginia School of Law

• UC Berkeley School of Law

• Duke University School of Law

• University of Michigan Law School

• Northwestern Pritzker School of Law

• Cornell Law School

• Georgetown University Law Center

Experience

• 4+ years of securities litigation or closely related civil/regulatory litigation experience

• Prior experience at an Am Law 50 firm (required)

• Excellent academic credentials

• Demonstrated writing and analytical excellence

• Stable employment history (no tenures under ~1.5 years)

Bar Admission

• Active bar admission in the jurisdiction of the intended office or

• Eligibility to waive in within 3–6 months

• Sitting for a bar exam is not supported

Key Responsibilities

Candidates must demonstrate hands-on experience with the following:

• Representing issuers, executives, and boards in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation

• Supporting internal investigations and responding to SEC and DOJ inquiries

• Drafting substantive pleadings, motions to dismiss, discovery motions, and appellate briefs

• Managing discovery, including document strategy and depositions

• Assisting with case strategy, regulatory responses, and client counseling

• Working directly with partners on high-stakes litigation and enforcement matters

Preferred Qualifications (Highly Valued)

Strong preference will be given to candidates with:

• Experience handling technology or life sciences clients

• Prior exposure to SEC enforcement or DOJ investigations

• Comfort operating in lean, fast-moving litigation teams

• A proactive mindset and strong client-facing instincts

Why This Role Stands Out

• Chambers-ranked securities litigation platform

• Exposure to market-defining cases and regulatory matters

• Direct partner access and meaningful responsibility

• Long-term career trajectory within an elite national practice

HireNow Staffing Disclaimer

HireNow Staffing is acting as a direct placement partner for this role. All candidate information is handled confidentially and evaluated against defined requirements. This job description outlines the general scope of responsibilities and qualifications. Duties may evolve based on client needs and business growth. Only candidates who meet the specific qualifications outlined above and demonstrate a stable employment history will be considered for interview.

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Bar Admission

• Active bar admission in the jurisdiction of the intended office or

• Eligibility to waive in within 3–6 months

• Sitting for a bar exam is not supported

Key Responsibilities

Candidates must demonstrate hands-on experience with the following:

• Representing issuers, executives, and boards in securities class actions and shareholder derivative litigation

• Supporting internal investigations and responding to SEC and DOJ inquiries

• Drafting substantive pleadings, motions to dismiss, discovery motions, and appellate briefs

• Managing discovery, including document strategy and depositions

• Assisting with case strategy, regulatory responses, and client counseling

• Working directly with partners on high-stakes litigation and enforcement matters

Preferred Qualifications (Highly Valued)

Strong preference will be given to candidates with:

• Experience handling technology or life sciences clients

• Prior exposure to SEC enforcement or DOJ investigations

• Comfort operating in lean, fast-moving litigation teams

• A proactive mindset and strong client-facing instincts