_{15th April, 2026}

Tempting Recruitment are working alongside our client, a global law firm, who are looking to recruit an experienced Securities Litigation Associate to join their team based in Palo Alto.
  
JOB DETAILS

• PAY RATE: $310,000 - $390,000 per annum
• WORK TYPE: Permanent 
• WORK PATTERN: Full Time
• LOCATION: Palo Alto, CA 

JOB ROLE

Our client is seeking a skilled Litigation Associate to join the Business and Securities Litigation Practice Group in their Palo Alto office.

This is an exciting opportunity to work with a dynamic team representing a broad spectrum of U.S. and international clients on high-stakes securities matters and disputes.

In this role, you will handle complex securities litigation matters, including class actions and shareholder disputes, while collaborating with a high-performing team in a fast-paced environment.


JOB DESCRIPTION
The duties and responsibilities of the role will include:

• Represent clients in securities class actions, shareholder derivative actions, and shareholder demands
• Draft high-quality legal documents, with a focus on motions to dismiss in securities class actions
• Manage multiple high-level assignments and deliver thoughtful, strategic work product
• Work both independently and collaboratively on complex litigation matters
• Supervise and mentor junior associates and professional staff

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
The successful candidate will have the following skills and competencies:

• 4–6 years of litigation experience at a comparable law firm
• Strong background in federal and state securities laws and corporate governance issues
• Significant experience handling securities class actions and related matters
• Federal court litigation experience (required)
• Federal judicial clerkship experience (preferred)
• Experience managing teams and overseeing junior legal staff
• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Active membership and good standing with the California Bar

  
Please be advised that only candidates that have the specific skills and experiences required for this role will be shortlisted and submitted to our client for review.
HOW TO APPLY
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