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Kovoro

Commercial Litigation Attorney

Houston, TX · On-site

$140 - $210/hr

Our client is a top-tier litigation firm whose Houston office is a powerhouse in energy and construction disputes, securities litigation, and complex commercial arbitration. The firm has tried dozens ...

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Litigation Paralegal

Boston, MA

$100K - $130K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

  • PTO

About Our Client Our client is one of the nation's premier plaintiff securities litigation firms--consistently ranked at the top by Chambers, Benchmark, and Best Lawyers. They prosecute high-profile ...

Jobot

Financial Services Litigation Attorney

Sarasota, FL

$130K - $180K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Do you thrive in the fast-paced, high-stakes world of securities and banking litigation? We are currently in search of a seasoned Financial Services Litigation Attorney to join our dynamic team. This ...

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As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for securities litigation in the United States is $138,276.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $104,000.00 and $165,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a securities litigation attorney do?

A Securities Litigation attorney represents clients in disputes related to securities, such as stocks, bonds, and other financial instruments. They handle cases involving fraud, insider trading, misrepresentation, and regulatory violations, often litigating in federal and state courts or arbitration forums like FINRA. These attorneys work with investors, corporations, or financial institutions to resolve disputes and ensure compliance with securities laws. Their responsibilities may include conducting investigations, drafting legal documents, and negotiating settlements to protect their clients' interests.

What types of cases and clients do securities litigation attorneys typically work with?

Securities litigators commonly represent clients such as corporations, financial institutions, individual investors, or executives involved in disputes over securities fraud, misleading disclosures, insider trading, or regulatory compliance. Daily work often involves conducting in-depth investigations, drafting motions and legal briefs, analyzing voluminous financial records, and preparing for hearings or trials. Collaboration with forensic accountants, regulatory consultants, and other legal team members is frequent in order to build a strong case. These cases can range from high-profile class actions to complex government investigations, offering a dynamic and intellectually challenging environment for legal professionals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in securities litigation, and why are they important?

To thrive in Securities Litigation, you need a deep understanding of securities law, strong analytical abilities, and a Juris Doctor (JD) degree with bar admission. Experience with legal research databases (like Westlaw or LexisNexis), e-discovery platforms, and familiarity with SEC regulations are highly beneficial. Outstanding written and verbal communication, attention to detail, and strategic problem-solving are vital soft skills in this field. These competencies enable effective case preparation, persuasive advocacy, and successful navigation of complex legal and financial matters.

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Infographic showing various Securities Litigation job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 97% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 73% Physical, 13% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $138,276 per year, or $66.5 per hour.

Associate, Securities Litigation Group

Fenwick & West LLP

Seattle, WA • Hybrid

$310K - $445K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life

Re-posted 18 days ago

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Job Description Summary:

Fenwick & West's Securities Litigation Group handles a wide range of civil and regulatory matters for its corporate and individual clients. In the civil arena, we represent issuers (including Fortune 100 and leading technology and life science companies) and their directors and officers in securities class actions, derivative suits, merger litigation and other civil actions arising from securities-related disputes. Fenwick also has an active internal investigation, regulatory, and white-collar defense practice. This includes representing audit and special committees in connection with internal investigations related to allegations of accounting fraud, whistleblower claims, or alleged violations of anti-bribery laws such as the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act. It also includes defending companies and individuals in connection with DOJ and SEC investigations and regulatory proceedings. We provide an unrivaled platform for associates eager to be on the front lines, learning to litigate on behalf of some of the world's most cutting-edge technology and life sciences companies and handle complex investigatory and regulatory matters.

Job Description:

Fenwick & West is currently seeking a Securities Litigation associate, preferably for our San Francisco or Silicon Valley office, though other office locations will be considered. Applicants should have at least four (4+) years of relevant experience. Superior academic credentials, excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills a must.We require that the candidate be barred in the state of the office they are submitting their application for or are eligible to sit/waive into the next bar exam.

To apply, please complete our online application and include a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript.

Agency recruiters: please submit separately via your agency's Workday portal.

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Benefits and Compensation Details:

At Fenwick, we believe that our partners and employees are our most important asset. Helping you and your families achieve and maintain good health - physical, emotional, and financial - is the reason we offer a comprehensive benefit program. We provide benefits to eligible employees under plans such as Healthcare, Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Wellbeing. Except as otherwise required by law, temporary employees are generally not entitled to these benefits.

The anticipated range for this position is:

$310,000 - $445,000

Depending on the role, the actual base salary offered may depend upon a variety of factors, including without limitation, the qualifications of the individual applicant for the position, years of relevant experience, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, and if applicable, the location in which the applicant lives and/or from which they will be performing the job.

A discretionary bonus for eligible employees may also be available based on performance. Additional information about employee eligibility for benefits and discretionary bonus will be made available upon request.

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