Career opportunity
Securities Litigation - Senior Associate Attorney
Posted: September 25, 2026
SENIOR ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – SECURITIES LITIGATION
Securities Litigation & Enforcement Practice Group
Locations: Boston, MA; New York, NY; or Palo Alto, CA
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Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking a talented Senior Associate Attorney to join its highly regarded Securities Litigation & Enforcement Practice Group in Boston. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on sophisticated securities litigation, shareholder disputes, regulatory investigations, and enforcement matters for public companies, financial institutions, boards of directors, and senior executives. The practice is nationally recognized for handling high-stakes securities class actions, shareholder derivative litigation, corporate governance disputes, and parallel regulatory proceedings in federal and state courts across the country.
Candidate Profile
JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
Active Bar Admission in Massachusetts, New Yorko or California in good standing
4-7 years of substantive securities litigation experience
Extensive experience litigating securities matters in federal courts and/or the Delaware Court of Chancery
Experience representing public companies, boards of directors, officers, financial institutions, and other corporate clients in complex securities disputes
Strong background handling securities class actions, including drafting motions to dismiss, summary judgment motions, and appellate briefs
Experience with shareholder derivative litigation, corporate governance disputes, and shareholder demand matters
Experience managing all phases of litigation, including discovery, witness preparation, depositions, expert coordination, and trial preparation
Familiarity with SEC investigations, enforcement proceedings, and related regulatory matters
Exceptional legal writing, analytical, and research skills
Strong strategic thinking and sound business judgment
Experience working effectively within large litigation teams
Demonstrated commitment to client service and excellence
Large law firm experience strongly preferred
Key Responsibilities
Represent clients in complex securities class actions, shareholder litigation, and related commercial disputes
Defend public companies, boards, officers, directors, and financial institutions in high-stakes securities litigation matters
Draft and argue motions, briefs, pleadings, and appellate filings in federal and state courts
Manage all aspects of discovery, including document review, witness preparation, deposition strategy, and expert coordination
Handle matters involving shareholder derivative actions, fiduciary duty claims, and corporate governance disputes
Assist clients responding to shareholder demands, internal investigations, and related litigation risks
Support clients facing SEC investigations, enforcement actions, and parallel regulatory proceedings
Participate in mediations, settlement negotiations, and strategic resolution efforts
Collaborate with attorneys across litigation, corporate, white collar, investigations, and regulatory practice groups
Conduct sophisticated legal analysis involving securities laws, disclosure obligations, corporate governance, and enforcement matters
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to join a premier securities litigation practice that regularly handles some of the most significant and complex disputes in the marketplace. Attorneys in this group represent leading public companies, financial institutions, boards of directors, and executives in high-profile securities class actions, shareholder derivative matters, and SEC enforcement proceedings. The team has a proven track record securing dismissals, favorable settlements, and trial victories in some of the nation’s most challenging securities cases.
You will work alongside nationally recognized litigators on sophisticated matters spanning multiple industries, including financial services, technology, biotechnology, healthcare, energy, and consumer products. The firm offers significant courtroom exposure, direct client interaction, exceptional mentorship, and a collaborative environment designed to accelerate professional growth and long-term career development.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive Salary: Commensurate with experience, qualifications, and class year.
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off, parental leave benefits, wellness resources, professional development opportunities, and additional employee perks.
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter (indicating location), resume, and law school transcript for consideration.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Securities Litigation & Enforcement Practice Group
Locations: Boston, MA; New York, NY; or Palo Alto, CA
HYBRID
Our client, a leading international law firm, is seeking a talented Senior Associate Attorney to join its highly regarded Securities Litigation & Enforcement Practice Group in Boston. This is an exceptional opportunity to work on sophisticated securities litigation, shareholder disputes, regulatory investigations, and enforcement matters for public companies, financial institutions, boards of directors, and senior executives. The practice is nationally recognized for handling high-stakes securities class actions, shareholder derivative litigation, corporate governance disputes, and parallel regulatory proceedings in federal and state courts across the country.
Candidate Profile
JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
Active Bar Admission in Massachusetts, New Yorko or California in good standing
4-7 years of substantive securities litigation experience
Extensive experience litigating securities matters in federal courts and/or the Delaware Court of Chancery
Experience representing public companies, boards of directors, officers, financial institutions, and other corporate clients in complex securities disputes
Strong background handling securities class actions, including drafting motions to dismiss, summary judgment motions, and appellate briefs
Experience with shareholder derivative litigation, corporate governance disputes, and shareholder demand matters
Experience managing all phases of litigation, including discovery, witness preparation, depositions, expert coordination, and trial preparation
Familiarity with SEC investigations, enforcement proceedings, and related regulatory matters
Exceptional legal writing, analytical, and research skills
Strong strategic thinking and sound business judgment
Experience working effectively within large litigation teams
Demonstrated commitment to client service and excellence
Large law firm experience strongly preferred
Key Responsibilities
Represent clients in complex securities class actions, shareholder litigation, and related commercial disputes
Defend public companies, boards, officers, directors, and financial institutions in high-stakes securities litigation matters
Draft and argue motions, briefs, pleadings, and appellate filings in federal and state courts
Manage all aspects of discovery, including document review, witness preparation, deposition strategy, and expert coordination
Handle matters involving shareholder derivative actions, fiduciary duty claims, and corporate governance disputes
Assist clients responding to shareholder demands, internal investigations, and related litigation risks
Support clients facing SEC investigations, enforcement actions, and parallel regulatory proceedings
Participate in mediations, settlement negotiations, and strategic resolution efforts
Collaborate with attorneys across litigation, corporate, white collar, investigations, and regulatory practice groups
Conduct sophisticated legal analysis involving securities laws, disclosure obligations, corporate governance, and enforcement matters
Why Join Us?
This is a unique opportunity to join a premier securities litigation practice that regularly handles some of the most significant and complex disputes in the marketplace. Attorneys in this group represent leading public companies, financial institutions, boards of directors, and executives in high-profile securities class actions, shareholder derivative matters, and SEC enforcement proceedings. The team has a proven track record securing dismissals, favorable settlements, and trial victories in some of the nation’s most challenging securities cases.
You will work alongside nationally recognized litigators on sophisticated matters spanning multiple industries, including financial services, technology, biotechnology, healthcare, energy, and consumer products. The firm offers significant courtroom exposure, direct client interaction, exceptional mentorship, and a collaborative environment designed to accelerate professional growth and long-term career development.
Compensation & Benefits
Competitive Salary: Commensurate with experience, qualifications, and class year.
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement savings plans, generous paid time off, parental leave benefits, wellness resources, professional development opportunities, and additional employee perks.
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter (indicating location), resume, and law school transcript for consideration.
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.