Associate, Securities Litigation Group

Fenwick & West LLP; Palo Alto (CA); On-site; USD 310,000 - 445,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Life Insurance

Health Savings Accounts

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Fenwick & West LLP in Palo Alto seeks a skilled attorney for its Securities Litigation Group. This role involves representing issuers and their directors in complex securities-related disputes and defending against DOJ and SEC investigations. The ideal candidate will have at least four years of relevant experience, outstanding academic performance, and superior communication skills.

Compensation for this position ranges from $310,000 to $445,000, with additional benefits including healthcare and life insurance.

Qualifications

• At least four (4+) years of relevant experience.
• Candidate must be barred in the state of the office they are applying for or be eligible to sit or waive into the next bar exam.

Responsibilities

• Represent issuers and their directors and officers in securities class actions.
• Defend companies and individuals in DOJ and SEC investigations.
• Represent audit and special committees in internal investigations.

Skills

Oral communication skills

Written communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Superior academic credentials

Job description

Overview

Fenwick & West’s Securities Litigation Group handles a wide range of civil and regulatory matters for its corporate and individual clients. In the civil arena, we represent issuers (including Fortune 100 and leading technology and life science companies) and their directors and officers in securities class actions, derivative suits, merger litigation and other civil actions arising from securities‑related disputes. Fenwick also has an active internal investigation, regulatory, and white‑collar defense practice. This includes representing audit and special committees in connection with internal investigations related to allegations of accounting fraud, whistleblower claims, or alleged violations of anti‑bribery laws such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. It also includes defending companies and individuals in connection with DOJ and SEC investigations and regulatory proceedings. We provide an unrivaled platform for associates eager to be on the front lines, learning to litigate on behalf of some of the world’s most cutting‑edge technology and life sciences companies and handle complex investigatory and regulatory matters.

Responsibilities

• Represent issuers and their directors and officers in securities class actions, derivative suits, merger litigation, and other civil actions arising from securities‑related disputes.
• Represent audit and special committees in internal investigations involving allegations of accounting fraud, whistleblower claims, or alleged violations of anti‑bribery laws such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act.
• Defend companies and individuals in DOJ and SEC investigations and regulatory proceedings.

Qualifications

• At least four (4+) years of relevant experience.
• Superior academic credentials.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Candidate must be barred in the state of the office they are applying for or be eligible to sit or waive into the next bar exam.

Compensation and Benefits

Anticipated salary range: $310,000 – $445,000. Base salary offered may vary based on qualifications, experience, education, certifications, and location. A discretionary bonus may be available based on performance. Additional information about employee eligibility for benefits and discretionary bonus will be provided upon request.

• Healthcare
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellbeing programs

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Fenwick & West LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and, as such, conducts all employment‑related activities without regard to unlawful consideration of race, religion, color, marital status, national origin, age, sex, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity, gender, genetic characteristics or any other classification protected by applicable local, state or federal employment discrimination laws. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all. If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre‑employment testing, or a job interview, please contact [e-mail] or [e-mail]. At the discretion of the recruiting department, we accept submissions by agency recruiters when a fee agreement has been established between the firm and the agency. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. To view our privacy policy click here.