Job Description

Wedbush Securities is one of the largest securities firms andinvestment banks in the nation. We provide innovative financialsolutions through our Wealth Management, Capital Markets, Futures andAdvanced Clearing & Prime Services divisions. Headquartered in LosAngeles, California with over 100 offices and more than 80correspondent offices, our commitment to providing relentless,customized service is the foundation of our consistent growth

Our Legal Department is seeking a Vice President, Litigation Attorneywho will provide effective, responsive, and strategic legal advice onsecurities, capital markets, and other company matters. It ispreferred that this role is in Los Angeles or the Southern Californiaarea. This position is open to hybrid work.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Represent Wedbush in FINRA arbitration or State or Federal Courtmatters, effectively manage entire case from commencement toresolution or trial
• Support the Firm’s transactional practice including drafting,reviewing, managing and negotiating vendor and other third-party contracts
• Work collaboratively and effectively with the ComplianceDepartment and other members of the Legal Department to collaborateon litigation prevention strategies and to ensure a positiverelationship with firm regulators
• Manage the conduct of legal proceedings, including negotiations;managing reputational risk; selecting and instructing local externalcounsel; and ongoing management of related legal costs
• Advise on disputes across all jurisdictions at the firm whileassessing risk and applying sound ethical judgment regarding conductof personnel, escalating, managing and reporting issues
• Oversee paralegals in litigation matters and in responding tosubpoenas and other document requests
• Prepare business and corporate transaction documents such ascontracts, leases, buy-sell agreements, operating agreements, andrelated documents
• Collaborate with other attorneys, with respect to advice andcounsel to business partners
• Perform other tasks and duties as required and assigned

Experience and Skills

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university
• Strong academic credentials, including a J.D. and license topractice law in California
• 5+ years of experience in litigation, preferably in financial services
• 3+ years of experience in contract drafting and review preferred
• Experience in FINRA/SEC/financial services or other securitiesmatters, including '33 Act, '34 Act, SEC rules, and relatedconsiderations preferred
• Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Highly organized and able to multi-task and manage multipleprojects and competing priorities without sacrificing accuracy or efficiency
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills – the ability torelay precise information orally and in writing to a range ofaudiences of various sizes up to the level of regional senior management
• Ability and preparedness to take the lead in making appropriaterecommendations to senior members of management
• Ability to deliver high levels of client service with aclient-focused perspective
• The ability to work flexibly, decisively, and under tight time anddemanding conditions to manage a broad range of issues and to workwith stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment indetermining when to consult management, colleagues, and clients
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skillsdemonstrated by the ability to interact with all levels ofmanagement, employees and outside legal counsel and government officials
• Ability to anticipate and identify issues, develop solutions, andmanage periods of heavy work demands

What We Offer

As part of our overall compensation package, Wedbush Securitiesoffers an array of diverse benefits to all our colleagues. We believethat providing competitive benefit options yields the advantageousreward of establishing a healthy and inclusive foundational work culture.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiplehealth plan options for you and your family
• Health Savings Account with company-sponsored contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) traditional and dependent care
• 401(k) plan with discretionary, competitive company matching andprofit-sharing contributions
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
• 3 weeks of Paid Time Off
• 2 weeks of Paid Sick Time (may vary by location)
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Charitable Donation Matching Contributions
• Paid Leave (Military, Jury Duty, Volunteer Time Off, Disability, etc.)
• FINRA License Sponsorship
• Travel & Employee Assistance and Employee Discount Programs

The reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role hasnot been adjusted for the applicable geographic location. A reasonableestimate of the current range is $190,000-$225,000. Colleagues may beeligible for additional, discretionary incentive compensation based onthe individualand the firm's performance. At Wedbush, it is nottypical for an individual to be hired at, or near, the top of therange for their role. Decisions regarding compensation are determinedon a case-by-case basis and are dependent on a variety of factorsincluding but not limited to skill sets; experience and training;licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

Wedbush Securities (WS) is proud to be an Equal EmploymentOpportunity employer. WS does not discriminate based on race,religion, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, genderidentity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status,registered domestic partner status, uniform service member status,marital status, pregnancy, age, medical condition, disability, geneticinformation, family care or medical leave status, or any otherconsideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or locallaws, or on the basis that an applicant or Colleague is perceived tohave these characteristics or is associated with someone who isperceived to have these characteristics. WS aims to foster a cultureof inclusion where all Colleagues are valued for their uniquecontributions to the firm as well as provided equal opportunities to succeed.

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