Mid-level Financial Services and Securities Enforcement Associate Attorney

Profile

A law firm in Richmond is seeking a Mid-level Financial Services and Securities Enforcement Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate should have 4-6 years of financial services litigation experience. Experience in the financial services industry, court experience, and candidates who have served as judicial law clerks would be considered a plus. Strong writing and research skills, excellent academic credentials, and admission to the Virginia bar are required.

Job Overview:

The Mid-level Financial Services and Securities Enforcement Associate Attorney will be responsible for handling a variety of financial services litigation matters, with a focus on securities enforcement. The role will involve representing clients in regulatory investigations, enforcement actions, and civil litigation matters.

Duties:

• Represent clients in regulatory investigations and enforcement actions by agencies such as the SEC, FINRA, and CFTC.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on financial services and securities law issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Assist with all aspects of discovery, including document review and preparation of discovery requests and responses.
• Prepare clients for interviews and depositions.
• Attend court hearings, arbitrations, and settlement conferences.
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and regulatory agencies.
• Assist in developing case strategy and providing legal advice to clients.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and partners on complex litigation matters.
• Stay updated on developments in financial services and securities law.

Requirements:

• 4-6 years of financial services litigation experience.
• Admission to the Virginia bar.
• Experience in the financial services industry preferred.
• Court experience and judicial law clerk experience considered a plus.

Education:

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Admission to the Virginia Bar.

Skills:

• Strong writing and research skills.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1629 K ST NW, Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20006
Phone : (202) 955-5585
Fax : (213) 895-7306