Securities Litigation Associate

About the company

Our client is a law firm.

The role

Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Handle complex shareholder-side litigation from filing through resolution, partnering closely with senior attorneys on strategy. The position centers on persuasive written advocacy, original legal thinking and ongoing research. It is a growth position on an established litigation team.

What you'll do

- Manage class action cases through every stage, from the initial complaint to final resolution.

- Prepare briefs, motions and other written legal arguments.

- Craft inventive legal theories to move cases forward against well-resourced opposing counsel.

- Contribute to case strategy as an engaged member of the team alongside partners.

- Track new developments in case law and apply them to live matters.

Requirements

What we're looking for

- 3 to 4+ years of litigation experience in the securities field, gained at a large defense practice or a leading plaintiff practice.

- A track record of taking cases through pleadings, discovery, motion practice and trial.

- Hands-on class action experience rather than only broad commercial disputes.

- Outstanding brief writing, which is essential for this role.

- Sharp analytical judgment and dependable research skills in securities law.

- An inventive mindset that surfaces new arguments and overlooked issues.

- JD from a reputable law school.

- Real enthusiasm for representing investors rather than corporate defendants.

- Based in San Francisco or Boston and able to be in the office on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.

Bonus points

- Defense-side attorneys interested in moving to the plaintiff side.

- Familiarity with AI research tools and platforms.

- JD from a top-tier law school.

Benefits

Compensation and benefits

- Base salary: USD 160,000 to 220,000 per year

Location and work model

- San Francisco, CA or Boston, MA, United States

- Hybrid: 3 days in the office (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday)

- Full-time