SECURITIES LITIGATION ASSOCIATE
Reports to: Partner
FLSA Status: Exempt
Labaton Keller Sucharow's growing New York office is looking to hire an experienced attorney to work in a challenging but rewarding environment assisting with securities litigation cases in New York State courts and other courts throughout the country. This is a great opportunity for an attorney seeking hands-on experience. We are looking for a proactive, organized attorney that excels in legal writing.
Job Duties: Primary duties consist of, but are not limited to the following:
• Research, drafting and review of documents for key litigation issues;
• Privilege review to determine applicability of privilege(s) and preparation of privilege logs;
• Factual research;
• Drafting document requests, interrogatories, requests to admit, deposition notices;
• Deposition preparation and attendance/analysis of deposition transcripts for relevant testimony;
• Trial preparation and attendance;
• Mediation preparation;
• Settlement related activity;
• Draft complaints;
• Draft briefs.
Qualifications:
• A U.S. law degree;
• Must have at least 2 years of experience in related substantive matters (class of 2021 and more senior);
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills;
• Must be able to work independently and confidently able to collaborate with individuals at all levels of the organization;
• Excellent organizational and project management skills;
• Good attention to detail;
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Labaton attorneys currently work in the New York office three days per week.
We provide a full host of benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance; short and long term disability insurance; 401k participation; technology reimbursement; student loan reimbursement; and in-office snacks and drinks.
SEARCH FIRM/HEADHUNTERS: Please do not reach out to our partners regarding this search at this time. All correspondence should go to careers@labaton.com
Thank you.
