Overview In this role you will advise public and private companies on securities and governance matters, actively drafting and reviewing filings and supporting capital markets transactions. You will work within a corporate securities practice at a New York law firm that partners closely with clients and offers meaningful responsibility. You'll tackle complex transactions, provide practical compliance guidance, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver sophisticated legal solutions. This position offers strong client interaction, growth opportunities, and a clear path to impact in a dynamic, entrepreneurial culture.
Compensation / Benefits- health, dental, and vision benefits
- retirement benefits
- paid time off
- parenteral leave
- hybrid work arrangement
- competitive compensation
Responsibilities- Advise on Securities Act and Exchange Act compliance for public and private companies
- Draft and review SEC filings (periodic reports, current reports, proxy statements, registration statements, Section 16)
- Counsel on corporate governance, board matters, and disclosure controls
- Support capital markets transactions (public offerings, private placements) and due diligence
- Assist with mergers, acquisitions and strategic transactions involving securities and disclosures
- Coordinate with auditors, underwriters, transfer agents, and other external advisors
- Monitor regulatory developments and advise clients and internal stakeholders
Key requirements- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Active admission to the New York Bar
- 5+ years corporate securities experience in a law firm or in-house
- Strong experience preparing and managing SEC filings
- Thorough understanding of public company reporting requirements and governance
- Experience supporting securities offerings and strategic transactions
- Exceptional drafting, analytical, and client counseling skills
- Ability to independently manage matters while collaborating within a team
- client counseling
- clear communication
- team collaboration
- SEC filings
- Securities Act and Exchange Act compliance
- capital markets transactions
