Litigation Associate (Securities)- San Diego
Company: Direct Counsel
Location: San Diego
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Job Title: Litigation Associate
– Securities Locations: New York, NY | Orange County, CA | San
Diego, CA | San Francisco, CA | Silicon Valley, CA | Washington,
D.C. Practice Area: Securities Litigation Experience Level: Minimum
2 Years Position Summary Direct Counsel is representing an AmLaw
100 law firm seeking a Securities Litigation Associate to join its
national litigation team. The firm serves high-profile clients
across industries, offering deep expertise in securities law and
representing clients in major financial and business hubs across
the U.S. This role is ideal for an associate looking to work on
complex and high-impact securities matters. Key Responsibilities
Represent clients in securities litigation , including class
actions , shareholder derivative suits , and SEC enforcement
proceedings . Draft motions, pleadings, discovery responses, and
other litigation documents in high-stakes securities cases. Assist
with internal investigations and counsel clients on regulatory
compliance and corporate governance . Manage multiple case
assignments and collaborate with partners, associates, and client
teams. Participate in depositions , hearings , and potentially
trial preparation . Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) from an
accredited law school. Licensed to practice law in at least one of
the listed jurisdictions or eligible for admission. Minimum 2 years
of experience handling securities litigation matters. Strong
knowledge of the Securities Act of 1933 , Securities Exchange Act
of 1934 , and related SEC regulations. Excellent legal writing ,
research , and oral communication skills. Demonstrated ability to
work effectively on complex litigation matters with minimal
supervision.
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