Junior Securities Litigation Associate

Our client an established securities law firm growing New York office is looking to hire an experienced attorney to work in a challenging but rewarding environment assisting with securities litigation cases in New York State courts and other courts throughout the country. This is a great opportunity for an attorney seeking handson experience. We are looking for a proactive organized attorney that excels in legal writing.

Job Duties: Primary duties consist of but are not limited to the following:

Research drafting and review of documents for key litigation issues;

Privilege review to determine applicability of privilege(s) and preparation of privilege logs;

Factual research;

Drafting document requests interrogatories requests to admit deposition notices;

Deposition preparation and attendance/analysis of deposition transcripts for relevant testimony;

Trial preparation and attendance;

Mediation preparation;

Settlement related activity;

Draft complaints;

Draft briefs

Qualifications

A U.S. law degree;

Must have at least 2 years of experience in related substantive matters (class of 2021 and more senior);

Strong verbal written and interpersonal communication skills;

Must be able to work independently and confidently able to collaborate with individuals at all levels of the organization;

Excellent organizational and project management skills;

Good attention to detail;

Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Hybrid attorneys currently work in the New York office three days per week.

We provide a full host of benefits including medical dental and vision insurance; short and long term disability insurance; 401k participation; technology reimbursement; student loan reimbursement; and inoffice snacks and drinks.