Shareholder Derivate Litigation Associate (Plaintiff-side)

We have been exclusively retained by a well-established plaintiff-side securities litigation boutique — more than 20 attorneys strong — that seeks to hire for its Philadelphia Metro-area office a litigation associate to join its shareholder derivative practice group. The firm has built a distinguished reputation representing shareholders in complex derivative and securities matters. This is a strong opportunity for an attorney who is passionate about plaintiff-side work and eager to contribute to a busy, sophisticated practice.

Responsibilities

Handle shareholder derivative matters across all phases of litigation; Draft pleadings, motions, and briefs in complex corporate and securities matters; Conduct legal research and develop case strategy; Manage discovery, including drafting and responding to written discovery and reviewing document productions; Work collaboratively with senior attorneys and contribute to the firm’s broader litigation practice

Requirements

Litigation associate with approximately two to five or so years of experience; the firm is flexible on class year for the right candidate; Background in shareholder derivative litigation, securities litigation, and/or corporate governance or corporate litigation; Strong work ethic and genuine commitment to plaintiff-side litigation; Strong legal research and writing skills; Ability to work in-office Monday through Thursday (9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)

Benefits

A well-regarded, established plaintiff-side boutique with a strong track record in complex securities and derivative litigation; Meaningful work in a sophisticated and specialized practice area; A collaborative, high-morale environment with low attrition