Our client is seeking an associate with at least two years of securities litigation experience to join its 3rd- to 5th-year associate class in Chicago. The practice handles complex, high-stakes disputes involving securities, corporate transactions, stockholder claims, and regulatory matters.
The Work
- Contribute to the strategy and litigation of securities class actions, stockholder derivative suits, and other disputes involving public companies, emerging companies, boards, and financial institutions.
- Work on litigation connected to IPOs, direct listings, SPACs, books-and-records demands, and audit or special litigation committee investigations.
- Assist with disputes arising from public and private transactions, including fiduciary-duty and disclosure claims, appraisal actions, corporate-control disputes, and proxy contests.
- Support litigation concerning deal protections, alleged covenant breaches, material adverse effects, indemnification, representations and warranties, earnouts, and other post-closing issues.
- Participate in matters involving SEC or other regulatory enforcement, investigations, and defense of civil or criminal securities claims.
- Collaborate with clients on practical strategies to manage litigation risk and pursue business objectives, with matters spanning court proceedings, investigations, and trial.
What You Bring
- At least two years of securities litigation experience.
- Experience or demonstrated interest in complex commercial or securities disputes, including class actions or derivative litigation.
- Familiarity with litigation arising from mergers and acquisitions, stockholder claims, or corporate governance matters is relevant to the practice.
- Ability to contribute to litigation strategy and work on matters that may involve motion practice, investigations, and trial.
- Sound judgment in approaching complex disputes with attention to client business objectives.
Why Consider It
The practice offers exposure to a broad range of consequential disputes, from securities class actions and corporate governance claims to transaction litigation and regulatory enforcement.
Associates work alongside seasoned trial lawyers and colleagues with SEC and DOJ experience, and collaborate with clients on strategies aimed at resolving disputes while managing business disruption.
Compensation & Benefits
The firm also describes its well-being program as providing comprehensive benefits and resources for lawyers and their families.
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.