Securities Litigation Associate

Bernstein Litowitz Berger & Grossmann LLP

. Join BLB&G’s Securities Litigation team in the New York office .

Posted 9/30/2026full-timeNew York City • New York • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $185,000 - $320,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in securities litigation, including the ability to develop legal claims and strategies while representing institutional investors. Strong writing, legal research, and financial literacy are essential for success in high-profile cases.

Highest-signal resume keywords

JD RequiredNew York Bar AdmissionSecurities Litigation ExperienceExcellent Writing SkillsStrong Financial Literacy

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Soft Skills

Excellent Time ManagementMultitaskingCommunication SkillsEntrepreneurial MindsetProactive Approach

Industry Keywords

Securities FraudComplex LitigationClass ActionsJudicial ClerkshipsMarket TransparencyCorporate Business PracticesInvestor RepresentationLegal ResearchLitigation StrategyPrecedent-Setting Reforms

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Join BLB&G’s Securities Litigation team in the New York office
Litigate securities fraud matters on behalf of the firm’s institutional investor clients
Represent investors in complex securities fraud actions
Develop potential legal claims and litigation strategy
Work toward precedent-setting reforms that increase market transparency
Hold wrongdoers accountable and improve corporate business practices
Participate in high-profile securities cases and recovery actions

Requirements

What you’ll need

JD is required (2020-2024 law school graduates preferred)
Must be admitted to the New York Bar and/or 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 and proactive approach
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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement: 3 days in-office and 2 days work-from-home