Securities

Securities or Capital Markets attorneys help companies raise the money they need to operate by representing issuers and underwriters in securities transactions, including IPOs, stock offerings, and debt offerings in public markets. Securities attorneys also counsel clients on corporate governance and how to comply with securities regulations, including the ’33 Act, the ’34 Act, and Sarbanes-Oxley. Some practitioners fold securities law into a general corporate practice while others specialize in the area. Typical day-to-day work includes performing due diligence, drafting documents, interacting with the SEC, and negotiating offerings. Some securities lawyers advise emerging companies on stock and options plans for their employees. Securities attorneys are in demand for in-house roles, whether that is to shepherd a startup through...