Financial Services Litigation Associate - Midlevel

BCG Attorney Search; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in San Francisco is seeking a midlevel associate to join its Financial Services Litigation team. The role requires at least three years of experience in complex securities and/or financial services litigation, with substantial responsibility and direct client exposure.

Candidates must hold a JD from an accredited law school and be admitted to the New York or California bar, depending on the office location.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in securities and/or financial services litigation.
• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the bar in NY or CA depending on office location.

Responsibilities

• Manage substantive aspects of complex litigation matters in federal and state courts, arbitrations, and regulatory proceedings.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation filings.
• Handle discovery, including document review, written discovery, and witness preparation.
• Support deposition preparation, hearings, and trial strategy.
• Participate in case management, factual development, and client counseling.
• Collaborate across litigation and financial services teams on high-profile disputes and enforcement matters.

Skills

Excellent legal research and writing

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a midlevel associate attorney to join its Financial Services Litigation team in San Francisco. This position is ideal for candidates with at least three years of experience in complex securities and/or financial services litigation. The role offers substantial responsibility, direct client exposure, and immediate integration into active matters.

Duties

• Manage substantive aspects of complex litigation matters in federal and state courts, arbitrations, and regulatory proceedings.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other litigation filings.
• Handle discovery, including document review, written discovery, and witness preparation.
• Support deposition preparation, hearings, and trial strategy.
• Participate in case management, factual development, and client counseling.
• Collaborate across litigation and financial services teams on high-profile disputes and enforcement matters.

Requirements

• Three years of experience in securities and/or financial services litigation.
• Strong writing, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Experience managing day-to-day litigation responsibilities and working directly with clients.
• Government agency experience is a plus.
• Admission to the New York or California bar required, depending on office location.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the bar in relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 paid holidays annually.
• 401(k) retirement planning and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Voluntary benefits including accident, life, disability, long‑term care, and pet insurance.
• Commuter and transit programs.
• Eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus.