Securities Litigation Associate

Kaizen Stackup

$310K — $445K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of experience in securities litigation and/or regulatory defense
  • Strong writing, advocacy, and analytical skills
  • Law degree from a top school
  • Bar membership in the practicing state or eligibility to sit/waive in
  • Collaborative mindset and readiness for complex work

Responsibilities

  • Represent public and private companies in high-stakes litigation
  • Defend boards, officers, and executives in civil cases
  • Handle significant regulatory and white-collar investigations
  • Collaborate closely with partners and clients
  • Develop courtroom strategies and case plans

Benefits

  • Performance bonuses for high achievers
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
  • Mental wellness support
  • Opportunities for mentorship and professional growth
  • Exposure to cutting-edge industries such as AI, biotech, and fintech
Full Job Description
Now Hiring: Securities Litigation Associate
Multiple Locations | Full-Time | High-Impact Role

Are you ready to be on the front lines of high-stakes litigation and regulatory defense for some of the most disruptive and innovative companies on the planet? Join a nationally acclaimed team that's trusted by industry giants and unicorn startups alike to handle the toughest securities-related challenges.
The Role

We're on the hunt for a Securities Litigation Associate with 4+ years of experience to join our fast-paced and highly respected litigation group. You'll dive into headline-grabbing class actions, derivative suits, M&A litigation, and white-collar matters that span SEC investigations, DOJ enforcement, and internal investigations into accounting, whistleblower, or anti-bribery concerns.

This is a career-defining opportunity to:
  • Represent leading public and private companies (including Fortune 100s)
  • Defend boards, officers, and execs in high-exposure civil litigation
  • Handle cutting-edge regulatory and white-collar matters
  • Work closely with seasoned partners and directly with clients
  • Build your courtroom and case strategy chops early and often
What You Bring
  • At least 4 years of relevant experience in securities litigation and/or regulatory defense
  • Strong writing, advocacy, and analytical skills (aka, you own the brief and kill it in the room)
  • A law degree from a top school and a record of academic excellence
  • Bar membership in the state where you plan to practice, or eligibility to sit/waive in
  • A collaborative mindset and readiness to dig into meaningful, complex work
Locations

We're hiring across San Francisco, Silicon Valley, New York, Seattle, and Washington D.C. Remote-hybrid flexibility available.
Compensation + Perks
  • Base salary range: $310,000 - $445,000
  • Performance bonuses for rockstars
  • Full-stack benefits: Health, dental, vision, HSA/FSA, mental wellness, and more
  • Supportive culture, elite mentorship, and professional development
  • Exposure to cutting-edge industries like AI, biotech, fintech, crypto, and more


⚖ Ready to shape the future of securities litigation while working with powerhouse clients and top-tier legal minds?

Click Apply and let's talk.

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