Capital Markets Associate (New York or Short Hills)

DLA Piper; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 365,000 - 435,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k)

Job summary

DLA Piper seeks a corporate associate for its New York or New Jersey offices to join the securities practice. The role focuses on public company reporting, governance, capital markets, and collaboration with issuer and underwriter clients.

Ideal candidates have at least 5 years of capital markets experience in a large AmLaw firm, with strong regulatory knowledge and the ability to manage complex transactions and cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications

• JD required and admitted to practice in the relevant state.
• Experience with public company reporting and capital markets is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of securities laws and exchange rules.

Responsibilities

• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case preparation.
• Draft briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
• Manage complex cases/transactions from inception to resolution.
• Develop client relationships and provide timely updates and advice.
• Collaborate with lawyers and professionals to craft strategies.
• Attend hearings, depositions, negotiations, and trials as needed.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and regulations.

Skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Research

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Judgment

Organizational skills

Collaborative

Independent work

Persuasion

Management skills

Education

JD

Law school degree

Job description

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together.

Summary

DLA Piper is seeking a corporate associate to join its New York or New Jersey offices. The associate will practice in public company reporting and compliance, corporate governance, capital markets, and work day to day with public companies. This is an opportunity to join a dynamic and growing securities practice within a leading global law firm focused on life science, technology, and digital asset verticals for innovative issuer and underwriter clients. The associate will support the firm’s national capital markets and public company advisory practice. Experience working in a large firm is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Responsibilities as an Associate will vary based on level of experience and specific practice group.
• Conduct thorough and comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case/transaction preparation and strategy.
• Draft well‑written, error‑free, and reasoned legal documents, including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
• Assist/Manage a variety of complex cases/transactions from inception to resolution including preparing for trials, negotiations, settlements, closings, and other legal activities while demonstrating strong judgement.
• Build, maintain, and cultivate strong internal and external client relationships by providing support, regular updates, advice, and addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
• Work collaboratively with other lawyers and business professionals to develop innovative case/transaction strategies to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Attend, support, and participate in high‑level legal activities including court hearings, depositions, negotiations, trials, etc.
• Ensure rigorous compliance with legal standards and regulations, staying abreast of changes in law and precedent.
• Proactively pursue ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance legal knowledge, practice technology, management, and leadership skills.
• Engage in firm programs, civic and professional organizations, and pro‑bono work by providing legal assistance to underserved communities.

Desired Skills

Excellent written and verbal communication abilities; strong research, analytical, and problem‑solving skills; attention to detail; good business and professional judgment; excellent organizational skills; ability to work collaboratively and independently; conceptual thinking; persuasive communication; and management skills.

Minimum Education

• JD
• Degree from an accredited law school

Certifications

Admitted to practice in the state in which you are officing.

Minimum Years Of Experience

• Minimum 5 years of capital markets experience.
• Experience working with large‑cap and mid‑cap public companies, including periodic reporting, proxy statements, Section 13 and Section 16 filings.
• Strong knowledge of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as well as Nasdaq and New York Stock Exchange listing and governance requirements.
• Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 law firm experience preferred.

Essential Job Expectations

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence efficiently and responsively.
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product.
• Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required.
• Foster positive work relationships.
• Comply with all firm policies and practices.
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity such as prolonged computer use, virtual conference calls, and meetings as needed.
• Work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast‑paced environment.
• Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned.

Physical Demands

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment

• Hybrid – Regular in‑office presence with some flexibility for work‑from‑home.

Disclaimer

The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at‑will nature of employment.

Pay Transparency

The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $365,000 – $435,000 per year depending on geographic market location. The compensation offered will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. A comprehensive package of benefits is offered, including medical, dental, vision insurance, and a 401(k).

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.