Corporate and Securities Associate Attorney
A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a Securities Associate with 3+ years of experience to join its growing corporate and securities practice. This role offers the opportunity to represent public and private companies, investors, underwriters, and boards of directors on a wide range of securities law and corporate governance matters.
The ideal candidate will have experience advising clients on SEC reporting and compliance matters, securities offerings, corporate governance, and general corporate transactions. This position provides significant client exposure, sophisticated work, and a clear path for professional growth.
Securities Attorney Responsibilities
- Advise public company clients on SEC reporting obligations, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, proxy statements, Section 16 filings, and related disclosures.
- Assist with securities offerings, including public offerings, private placements, PIPE transactions, and other capital markets transactions.
- Counsel clients regarding corporate governance, stock exchange compliance, and securities law issues.
- Conduct legal research and provide guidance on federal securities laws and SEC regulations.
- Draft and review registration statements, offering documents, disclosure materials, and corporate governance documents.
- Support mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions involving public and private companies.
- Collaborate closely with corporate, M&A, executive compensation, tax, and finance teams on complex matters.
- Maintain direct client contact and manage day-to-day aspects of transactions and compliance projects.
Securities Attorney Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school.
- Active bar license in the applicable jurisdiction or eligibility to waive in.
- 3+ years of securities and capital markets experience at a law firm.
- Experience advising public companies on SEC reporting and compliance matters.
- Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
- Excellent academic credentials.
- Ability to manage multiple sophisticated matters in a fast-paced environment.
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