Duane Morris LLP has an opening in its Cherry Hill (South Jersey), New Jersey office for a mid to senior level litigation associate to join its growing Trial Practice Group. The ideal candidate will have at least 4-6 years of experience in corporate governance and/or securities litigation. Ideal candidates will have experience with derivative litigation, shareholder disputes, breach of fiduciary duty claims and other corporate litigation issues, as well as with securities laws. Background/ knowledge in regulatory (e.g., the SEC, CFTC) or criminal (e.g., DOJ, a USAO, District Attorney, OAG) enforcement organization would be helpful but is not required. Candidates should promote a strong, positive presence and advocacy ability; stellar academics and superior research and writing skills along with entrepreneurial drive, initiative, and who exudes and inspires confidence. NJ Bar admission required.
The target annual pay range for this role is $240,000-315,000. Actual pay will vary depending upon various factors, including relevant experience, skill-set, current business needs and market factors. The compensation range listed is just one component of Duane Morris' total comp package for employees, which, depending on the position, may also include discretionary bonuses and incentive packages, and firm-sponsored benefit programs.
Duane Morris is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact the Legal Recruiting Department at 215.979.1161. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V.