Vice President, Litigation Attorney - Wedbush Securities

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

Our Legal Department is seeking a Vice President, Litigation Attorney who will provide effective, responsive, and strategic legal advice on securities, capital markets, and other company matters. It is preferred that this role is in Los Angeles or the Southern California area. This position is open to hybrid work.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Represent Wedbush in FINRA arbitration or State or Federal Court matters, effectively manage entire case from commencement to resolution 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 Compliance Department and other members of the Legal Department to collaborate on litigation prevention strategies and to ensure a positive relationship with firm regulators
• Manage the conduct of legal proceedings, including negotiations; managing reputational risk; selecting and instructing local external counsel; and ongoing management of related legal costs
• Advise on disputes across all jurisdictions at the firm while assessing risk and applying sound ethical judgment regarding conduct of personnel, escalating, managing and reporting issues
• Oversee paralegals in litigation matters and in responding to subpoenas and other document requests
• Prepare business and corporate transaction documents such as contracts, leases, buy-sell agreements, operating agreements, and related documents
• Collaborate with other attorneys, with respect to advice and counsel to business partners
• Perform other tasks and duties as required and assigned

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university
• Strong academic credentials, including a J.D. and license to practice 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 securities matters, including '33 Act, '34 Act, SEC rules, and related considerations preferred
• Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Highly organized and able to multi-task and manage multiple projects and competing priorities without sacrificing accuracy or efficiency
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills – the ability to relay precise information orally and in writing to a range of audiences of various sizes up to the level of regional senior management
• Ability and preparedness to take the lead in making appropriate recommendations to senior members of management
• Ability to deliver high levels of client service with a client-focused perspective
• The ability to work flexibly, decisively, and under tight time and demanding conditions to manage a broad range of issues and to work with stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in determining when to consult management, colleagues, and clients
• Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication skills demonstrated by the ability to interact with all levels of management, employees and outside legal counsel and government officials
• Ability to anticipate and identify issues, develop solutions, and manage periods of heavy work demands

As part of our overall compensation package, Wedbush Securities offers an array of diverse benefits to all our colleagues. We believe that providing competitive benefit options yields the advantageous reward of establishing a healthy and inclusive foundational work culture.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage with multiple health plan options for you and your family
• Health Savings Account with company-sponsored contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) traditional and dependent care
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• 401(k) plan with discretionary, competitive company matching and profit-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 has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic location. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $190,000-$225,000. Colleagues may be eligible for additional, discretionary incentive compensation based on the individual and the firm's performance. At Wedbush, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at, or near, the top of the range for their role. Decisions regarding compensation are determined on a case-by-case basis and are dependent on a variety of factors including 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 Employment Opportunity employer. WS does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, registered domestic partner status, uniform service member status, marital status, pregnancy, age, medical condition, disability, genetic information, family care or medical leave status, or any other consideration made unlawful by applicable federal, state, or local laws, or on the basis that an applicant or Colleague is perceived to have these characteristics or is associated with someone who is perceived to have these characteristics. WS aims to foster a culture of inclusion where all Colleagues are valued for their unique contributions to the firm as well as provided equal opportunities to succeed.

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This position is subject to various laws or regulations that impose restrictions or prohibitions for employment with Wedbush due to criminal history. Those laws or regulations include but are not limited to, the following: Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (SEA) Rule 17a-3, et. seq,, Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) Rules 3110(e), Rule 4530(a), etc., and FINRA Regulatory Notice 07-55.