The San Francisco office of McGuireWoods seeks an Associate to join its Financial Services and Securities Enforcement Department; to assist with all aspects of litigation and a focus on financial services clients.

McGuireWoods LLP is a national leader in representing financial services companies in complex litigation. These include all aspects of financial services litigation that may arise, including Ponzi scheme litigation, class actions and high-stakes consumer claims. Within the San Francisco office and throughout our 23 offices, McGuireWoods’ attorneys work collaboratively to vigorously represent and defend their clients. The San Francisco office is looking for an associate who is willing to take on these challenges and become part of a team. Our practice is national in scope and presents opportunities for young associates to develop industry knowledge, learn client development and litigation skills and take an active role in all aspects of matters.

Along with excellent benefits, McGuireWoods offers our attorneys a competitive salary with hours and merit bonus opportunities, billable hours credit for pro bono work, and a hybrid in office/remote option allowing flexibility and work-life balance.

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Salary: $295,000 - $400,000

• Qualified candidates will have 4-7 years of relevant general litigation experience, preferably in the financial services industry. 
• Court experience and candidates who have served as judicial law clerks would be considered a plus. 
• Please submit cover letter, resume, law school transcript, and writing sample.
• Candidates should possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with client, business, and legal teams.
• Must have a strong academic record, excellent writing, and oral communication skills.
• California Bar is required.

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