Public Company Advisory Associate Attorney

Public Company Advisory Associate – Securities and Capital Markets
Location Options: New York, Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Costa Mesa, Dallas, Washington, Houston, Los Angeles, Palo Alto, San Diego, San Francisco

Direct Counsel is seeking a Mid-Level Associate to join the Securities and Capital Markets Group at a leading Am Law 100 firm. This role focuses on advising public company clients on disclosure obligations, corporate governance, and compliance with federal securities laws and listing standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Draft and review Exchange Act filings, including Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K, and proxy statements.
• Advise clients on SEC interactions, compliance with major U.S. exchange listing standards, and corporate governance.
• Counsel clients on executive and director compensation disclosures.
• Provide strategic advice during crisis situations and special events requiring securities law expertise.

Preferred Background:

• At least four years of experience in public company advisory work.
• Strong knowledge of SEC disclosure requirements, U.S. exchange listing standards, and corporate governance principles.
• Law firm experience required.
• Admission to practice law and good standing in the jurisdiction of hire.

Compensation:
The salary range for this position is $310,000 to $390,000 annually, commensurate with experience and other relevant factors.

Why Join?
Be part of a team that advises public companies across diverse industries and geographies on their most critical securities and governance matters. Gain exposure to a variety of complex challenges while working at the forefront of securities law and corporate advisory services.