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Senior Counsel – Financial Markets & Commercial Litigation

Location: Remote (with necessary court appearances around the Southern and Central Florida districts)

§ Practice Area: Securities Defense, Regulatory Enforcement, and Complex Business Litigation

§ Location: Fully Remote (United States)

§ Salary: $135,000 to $175,000 Base Salary (Plus 401k matching, comprehensive health and dental insurance, and performance-based bonus incentives)

§ Schedule: Full-time, Direct-Hire, Minimum 1,850 hours annual billed

§ The Firm

Our client is a highly specialized litigation boutique that operates with the precision and sophistication of a global firm while maintaining the agility of a lean, remote organization. Highly regarded for their advocacy in the financial services sector, the firm serves as primary counsel for broker-dealers, investment advisors, and financial institutions navigating high-stakes disputes.

The firm’s reputation is built on a foundation of intellectual rigor and a track record of success in both federal and state jurisdictions, as well as before regulatory bodies. They offer a collaborative culture that empowers attorneys to take ownership of substantive legal matters early in their tenure. This is a premier opportunity for a disciplined litigator to join an elite group of practitioners dedicated to excellence in the financial markets space without the constraints of a traditional office environment.

§ Duties

The incoming Senior Associate will manage a diverse portfolio of complex commercial and securities litigation matters, providing strategic counsel to financial professionals and institutional entities. This role demands a high degree of autonomy and the ability to navigate multi-jurisdictional legal challenges.

Core responsibilities include:

⨖ Spearheading the discovery process, including the strategic execution and defense of party and non-party depositions involving financial experts and key stakeholders.

⨖ Drafting sophisticated pleadings and dispositive motions, such as motions to dismiss and summary judgment briefs, in both federal and state court venues.

⨖ Representing clients in regulatory inquiries and enforcement actions initiated by agencies such as FINRA and the SEC.

⨖ Analyzing complex financial data and investment structures to develop persuasive legal theories and defense strategies.

⨖ Managing comprehensive case lifecycles from inception through resolution, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and adherence to the highest standards of professional integrity.

§ Qualifications

Candidates must demonstrate a consistent history of excellence and stability within the legal profession.

⨖ Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school with an exemplary academic record.

⨖ Active Bar License in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

⨖ A minimum of four (4) years of substantive experience in complex commercial or securities litigation.

⨖ Proven expertise in federal and state motion practice and the deposition process.

⨖ A stable professional history, defined as having no more than two employers within the previous five-year period and no unexplained gaps in tenure.

§ Skills

The following attributes and credentials will distinguish the most qualified candidates:

⨖ Prior experience representing broker-dealers or investment advisers in FINRA arbitration or SEC investigations.

⨖ Advanced proficiency in legal research platforms and remote practice management technologies.

⨖ Exceptional written advocacy skills with the ability to synthesize complex financial concepts into compelling legal arguments.

⨖ Self-motivated professional discipline required to thrive in a fully virtual, results-oriented environment.

!Notice¡ *

This a job advertisement on behalf of our client and does not reflect the full job description for the role. Any qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. You will need to provide law school transcripts, a writing sample or deal sheets, and a cover letter in order to be considered for this role. This posting does not constitute an offer of employment. and the listed compensation details may vary by state or experience and will be discussed thoroughly during interview phase.