Litigation - Securities Litigation - Defense Attorney in Santa Monica, CA

Law Firm

Santa Monica, CA

Litigation - Securities Litigation - Defense Attorney in Santa Monica, CA

Attorney

3-5 yrs required

No

H1: Join Orrick as a Securities Litigation Associate on the West Coast
H2: Seeking Experienced Associate for Securities Litigation at Top Law Firm

The Law Firm (Orrick):
- Ranked as one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For for 9 consecutive years
- Named Most Innovative Law Firm in North America for 3 years in a row (Financial Times)
- Recognized as Technology Group of the Year (Legal360)
- Committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace with a strong focus on professional and personal development

Position: Securities Litigation Associate
Location: West Coast (San Francisco, Los Angeles, Orange County, or Santa Monica)
Salary: Expected range of $260,000 - $365,000

Responsibilities:
- Represent clients in securities class actions, shareholder derivative lawsuits, and commercial disputes at trial and appellate levels
- Support advocacy efforts before regulators to minimize or avoid enforcement actions
- Collaborate on internal, government, and regulatory investigations

Qualifications:
- JD from an accredited law school
- Admission to the NY or CA bar
- 3-5 years of experience in securities litigation or related fields
- Strong analytical, research, and writing skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

Benefits:
- Comprehensive and competitive compensation package
- Elective health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Robust mental well-being benefits
- Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits
- Short- and long-term disability benefits
- Health savings account, flexible spending accounts, long-term care insurance, and a 401K program
- Flexible Time Off and generous Parental leave benefits
- Paid holidays

How to Apply:
- Apply online at and include a resume, . transcript, and cover letter
- Search firm recruiters must submit using our Search Firm Portal
- Contact for agreements and login credentials
- For questions, reach out to Laila Fawad, Recruiting Specialist, at

Equal Opportunity Employer:
- Orrick is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace
- Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration for employment
- For attorney positions, a 'qualified applicant' is an individual who is a member of the State Bar of California, admitted in good standing, and eligible to practice, or whose admission and eligibility remains subject to passing the California Bar Examination
- Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring

Join Orrick, a top law firm known for its collaborative environment and professional growth opportunities, as a Securities Litigation Associate on the West Coast. This regular full-time position is ideal for an experienced attorney with 3-5 years of Securities Litigation experience. The ideal candidate would be based in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Orange County, or Santa Monica.

Why Orrick:
- Ranked as one of Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For for 9 consecutive years
- Named Most Innovative Law Firm in North America for 3 years in a row (Financial Times)
- Recognized as Technology Group of the Year (Legal360)

Responsibilities:
- Represent clients in securities class actions, shareholder derivative lawsuits, and commercial disputes at trial and appellate levels
- Support advocacy efforts before regulators to minimize or avoid enforcement actions
- Collaborate on internal, government, and regulatory investigations

Qualifications:
- JD from an accredited law school
- Admission to the NY or CA bar
- 3-5 years of experience in securities litigation or related fields
- Strong analytical, research, and writing skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

How to Apply:
- Apply online at and include a resume, . transcript, and cover letter
- Search firm recruiters must submit using our Search Firm Portal
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- Comprehensive and competitive compensation package
- Elective health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Robust mental well-being benefits
- Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits
- Short- and long-term disability benefits
- Health savings account, flexible spending accounts, long-term care insurance, and a 401K program
- Flexible Time Off and generous Parental leave benefits
- Paid holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer:
- Orrick is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace
- Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration for employment
- For attorney positions, a 'qualified applicant' is an individual who is a member of the State Bar of California, admitted in good standing, and eligible to practice, or whose admission and eligibility remains subject to passing the California Bar Examination
- Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.