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Mergers & Acquisitions and Securities Associate Attorney Locations: Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Century City, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Downtown Los Angeles, Fort Lauderdale ...
Orlando, FL · On-site
$365K - $420K/yr
Mergers & Acquisitions and Securities Associate Attorney Locations: Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Century City, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Downtown Los Angeles, Fort Lauderdale ...
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Orlando, FL · On-site
$365K - $420K/yr
Mergers & Acquisitions and Securities Associate Attorney Locations: Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Century City, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Downtown Los Angeles, Fort Lauderdale ...
Jacksonville, FL · On-site
$365K - $420K/yr
Mergers & Acquisitions and Securities Associate Attorney Locations: Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Century City, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Downtown Los Angeles, Fort Lauderdale ...
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Jacksonville, FL · On-site
$365K - $420K/yr
Mergers & Acquisitions and Securities Associate Attorney Locations: Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Century City, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Downtown Los Angeles, Fort Lauderdale ...
Tampa, FL · On-site
$365K - $420K/yr
Mergers & Acquisitions and Securities Associate Attorney Locations: Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Century City, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Downtown Los Angeles, Fort Lauderdale ...
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Tampa, FL · On-site
$365K - $420K/yr
Mergers & Acquisitions and Securities Associate Attorney Locations: Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Century City, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Downtown Los Angeles, Fort Lauderdale ...
Miami, FL · Hybrid
$265K - $320K/yr
Securities & Capital Markets Associate Attorney (1-6 Years) Chicago, IL; New York; NY, Washington, DC; Miami, FL (Hybrid) Direct Counsel is seeking a Securities & Capital Markets Associate Attorney ...
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Miami, FL · Hybrid
$265K - $320K/yr
Securities & Capital Markets Associate Attorney (1-6 Years) Chicago, IL; New York; NY, Washington, DC; Miami, FL (Hybrid) Direct Counsel is seeking a Securities & Capital Markets Associate Attorney ...
Miami, FL · On-site
$260K - $385K/yr
Securities & Capital Markets Associate Attorney Miami, Florida 4-6 Years Experience $260,000-$385,000 A respected AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a Securities & Capital Markets Associate Attorney to join ...
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Miami, FL · On-site
$260K - $385K/yr
Securities & Capital Markets Associate Attorney Miami, Florida 4-6 Years Experience $260,000-$385,000 A respected AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a Securities & Capital Markets Associate Attorney to join ...
Fort Myers, FL · On-site
$170K - $300K/yr
Corporate Associate Attorney - Securities/Capital Markets Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney to join a top-ranked law firm's Corporate Practice Group in any U.S. office . This ...
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Fort Myers, FL · On-site
$170K - $300K/yr
Corporate Associate Attorney - Securities/Capital Markets Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney to join a top-ranked law firm's Corporate Practice Group in any U.S. office . This ...
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Miami, FL · On-site
$90K - $110K/yr
Miami office of Winget, Spadafora & Schwartzberg, LLP, seeks an Associate Attorney with 1 to 3 ... WSS is an industry leader in securities litigation and regulatory defense for broker-dealers ...
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Miami, FL · On-site
$90K - $110K/yr
Miami office of Winget, Spadafora & Schwartzberg, LLP, seeks an Associate Attorney with 1 to 3 ... WSS is an industry leader in securities litigation and regulatory defense for broker-dealers ...
Miami, FL · On-site
$260K - $390K/yr
Banking & Finance Associate Attorney Direct Counsel is seeking a Banking & Finance Associate ... Draft, review, and negotiate credit agreements, loan documents, security agreements, intercreditor ...
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Miami, FL · On-site
$260K - $390K/yr
Banking & Finance Associate Attorney Direct Counsel is seeking a Banking & Finance Associate ... Draft, review, and negotiate credit agreements, loan documents, security agreements, intercreditor ...
Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site
From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams ... Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take ...
Fort Lauderdale, FL · On-site
From attorneys in all 50 states, to client support staff, creative marketing to operations teams ... Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take ...
Miami, FL · Hybrid
$235K - $390K/yr
Structured Finance Associate Attorney Direct Counsel is seeking a Structured Finance Associate ... securities (CMBS). Locations Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Baltimore, MD; Boston, MA; Chicago, IL;
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Miami, FL · Hybrid
$235K - $390K/yr
Structured Finance Associate Attorney Direct Counsel is seeking a Structured Finance Associate ... securities (CMBS). Locations Atlanta, GA; Austin, TX; Baltimore, MD; Boston, MA; Chicago, IL;
Position: We are seeking an Associate Attorney with at least five (5) years of civil litigation ... security, wrongful death, etc.) • Demonstrated civil jury trial experience. • Specific ...
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Position: We are seeking an Associate Attorney with at least five (5) years of civil litigation ... security, wrongful death, etc.) • Demonstrated civil jury trial experience. • Specific ...
Miami, FL · Hybrid
$300K - $450K/yr
Miami | Hybrid Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney (Mid-Level) AmLaw 50 Opportunity Compensation ... security documents, guaranties, intercreditor agreements, and related financing documents • ...
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Miami, FL · Hybrid
$300K - $450K/yr
Miami | Hybrid Real Estate Finance Associate Attorney (Mid-Level) AmLaw 50 Opportunity Compensation ... security documents, guaranties, intercreditor agreements, and related financing documents • ...
Miami, FL · On-site
$260K - $435K/yr
Structured Finance (CMBS) Associate Attorney Direct Counsel is seeking a Structured Finance (CMBS ... The team advises clients on some of the industry's most sophisticated securitization transactions ...
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Miami, FL · On-site
$260K - $435K/yr
Structured Finance (CMBS) Associate Attorney Direct Counsel is seeking a Structured Finance (CMBS ... The team advises clients on some of the industry's most sophisticated securitization transactions ...
Miami, FL · On-site
$130K - $160K/yr
... Associate Attorney to join its dynamic Trial & Defense Practice Group . This position offers the ... security, wrongful death, automotive accidents, property damage, construction-related claims, and ...
Miami, FL · On-site
$130K - $160K/yr
... Associate Attorney to join its dynamic Trial & Defense Practice Group . This position offers the ... security, wrongful death, automotive accidents, property damage, construction-related claims, and ...
Summary Morgan & Morgan is seeking an Associate Attorney to join our growing Employment Law ... Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take ...
Summary Morgan & Morgan is seeking an Associate Attorney to join our growing Employment Law ... Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take ...
Miami, FL · Hybrid
$130K - $160K/yr
... Associate Attorney to join its dynamic Trial & Defense Practice Group . This position offers the ... security, wrongful death, automotive accidents, property damage, construction-related claims, and ...
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Miami, FL · Hybrid
$130K - $160K/yr
... Associate Attorney to join its dynamic Trial & Defense Practice Group . This position offers the ... security, wrongful death, automotive accidents, property damage, construction-related claims, and ...
... Associate Attorney position in our Miami Office. This position offers a flexible, hybrid working ... security, with particular focus on data breach and incident response * Strong knowledge of data ...
... Associate Attorney position in our Miami Office. This position offers a flexible, hybrid working ... security, with particular focus on data breach and incident response * Strong knowledge of data ...
... Associate Attorney position in our Miami Office. This position offers a flexible, hybrid working ... security, with particular focus on data breach and incident response * Strong knowledge of data ...
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... Associate Attorney position in our Miami Office. This position offers a flexible, hybrid working ... security, with particular focus on data breach and incident response * Strong knowledge of data ...
| Aspect | Securities Associate Attorney | Securities Litigation Associate |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Focus | Advising clients on securities laws, compliance, and transactions | Handling disputes and lawsuits related to securities |
| Work Environment | Law firms, corporate legal departments, regulatory agencies | Law firms, corporate legal teams, courts |
| Required Credentials | JD, passing the bar, knowledge of securities laws | JD, passing the bar, knowledge of securities regulations and litigation |
While both roles require a JD and bar admission, Securities Associate Attorneys focus on advising clients on securities compliance and transactions, whereas Securities Litigation Associates handle disputes and legal proceedings related to securities issues. The roles differ mainly in their focus areas within securities law, but both require strong legal credentials and industry knowledge.
$365K - $420K/yr
Full-time
Posted 22 days ago
Atlanta, Austin, Boston, Century City, Charlotte, Chattanooga, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Downtown Los Angeles, Fort Lauderdale, Houston, Jacksonville, Miami, Nashville, New York, Newport Beach, Orlando, Philadelphia, Seattle, Stamford, Tampa, Tysons, Washington, DC
Department: Business
Practice Area: Corporate / M&A / Securities
Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate M&A and Securities Senior Associate to join a prominent, full-service law firm with a strong national platform. This role is ideal for a seasoned associate with significant experience advising on M&A and private equity transactions who is looking to continue developing a sophisticated transactional practice in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.
ResponsibilitiesDraft, review, and negotiate acquisition agreements and related transaction documents for M&A and private equity transactions
Support private equity sponsors and portfolio companies throughout the full investment lifecycle, including platform acquisitions, add-on transactions, portfolio company governance, and exits
Advise on middle-market deal structures and related corporate and securities matters
Manage transaction workflows and collaborate effectively with internal teams and external clients
Maintain strong client relationships through clear communication, sound judgment, and business-minded legal advice
5–7 years of experience in corporate M&A and private equity transactions
Strong working knowledge of acquisition agreements and ancillary transaction documentation
Demonstrated experience supporting private equity sponsors and portfolio companies
Excellent academic credentials
Large national or international law firm experience preferred
Strong interpersonal skills, maturity, and business judgment
J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
Licensed to practice law or eligible to become licensed in the applicable jurisdiction
Candidates must reside in (or be willing to relocate to) their office location by the time of hire
Hybrid schedule expected, with a minimum of three days per week in the office, reflecting the firm’s commitment to collaboration and in-person engagement
This firm offers a collegial culture, meaningful client exposure, and a robust national and international platform with clear opportunities for professional growth and advancement.