Securities litigation offers strong compensation and steady demand, particularly at elite firms and boutiques. The practice combines complex financial analysis with high-stakes litigation, making it an attractive specialty for experienced commercial litigators.
Washington and California employment law markets differ significantly in regulatory complexity, with California's PAGA and wage & hour laws creating more plaintiff-side opportunities, while Washington's noncompete ban and tech concentration drive corporate employment demand.
In-house attorneys routinely sign interrogatories and discovery responses as part of their role, but should understand the professional liability implications and implement proper review procedures. This responsibility comes with the territory of being corporate counsel.