Associate - Litigation and Trial in Securities and MampA Litigation

BCG Attorney Search; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellness programs

Family building resources

Retirement savings options

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking an associate in San Diego, CA for the Litigation and Trial Practice Group with at least two years of securities litigation experience. The role focuses on complex securities and M&A litigation matters, contributing to a team renowned for handling high-stakes disputes.

Responsibilities include assisting with securities class actions, stockholder derivative suits, and SEC matters, while collaborating with senior attorneys on trial preparation and strategy.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California State Bar.
• Minimum of two years of securities litigation experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in handling securities class actions and stockholder derivative suits.
• Support M&A litigation, including breach of fiduciary duty and corporate control disputes.
• Engage in SEC and regulatory enforcement matters.
• Participate in accountants' and professional liability cases.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on trial preparation and strategy.

Skills

Legal research & writing

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

CA State Bar Admission

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an associate with a minimum of two years of securities litigation experience to join their Litigation and Trial Practice Group in San Diego, CA. The successful candidate will work on complex securities and M&A litigation matters, contributing to a team renowned for its expertise in high-stakes disputes.

Duties

• Assist in handling securities class actions and stockholder derivative suits.
• Support M&A litigation, including breach of fiduciary duty and corporate control disputes.
• Engage in SEC and regulatory enforcement matters.
• Participate in accountants' and professional liability cases.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys on trial preparation and strategy.

Requirements

• Minimum of two years of experience in securities litigation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills

• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
• Resources for family building and caregiving.
• Financial planning and retirement savings options.