About the Team and the RoleBLB&G is looking for an Associate to join the firm's Securities Litigation team in our LA office, where you will litigate securities fraud matters on behalf of the firm's clients. This position presents an excellent opportunity for a highly motivated, entrepreneurial candidate who is passionate about plaintiff-side litigation and thinks critically and creatively about potential legal claims and litigation strategy.
While representing investors in complex securities fraud actions, our litigators work towards achieving precedent-setting reforms to increase market transparency, holding wrongdoers accountable and improving corporate business practices. BLB&G has recorded more multi-billion-dollar recoveries than any other firm, including in cases against WorldCom ($6.2 billion), Cendant ($3.3 billion), Bank of America ($2.4 billion), Nortel ($1.07 billion) and Merck ($1.05 billion. Recent high-profile successes include obtaining recoveries against Wells Fargo, Kraft and Allianz. The firm is currently lead counsel in prominent securities cases against Boeing and Meta.
Position Qualifications:- JD is required (2020 - 2024 JD preferred); must be admitted to the California Bar
- Related experience, primarily in securities litigation, class actions, or other complex litigation experience is required
- Strong academic and professional credentials required; judicial clerkships are a plus
- Excellent writing and legal research skills
- Strong financial literacy is required
- Entrepreneurial mindset, a proactive approach, and the readiness to take opportunity and run with it is necessary
- Desire to represent investors rather than corporations
- Ability and desire to take a meaningful role in multiple complex cases, often opposite significantly more senior lawyers
- Excellent time management, multitasking and communication skills are essential
Position Details:- This is a full-time, exempt position based in Los Angeles, CA
- This is a hybrid role (3 days in-office (Tuesdays and Wednesdays required); 2 days work-from-home)
Salary Range:- Base Salary: $195,000 - $320,000
