Private Companies Resource Attorney

A law firm is seeking a dedicated Private Companies Resource Attorney with a comprehensive understanding of corporate/transactional practices and a focus on private companies, life sciences regulatory, and digital health matters. The ideal candidate will be pivotal in enhancing the firm's resources, educating attorneys, and staying abreast of legal developments. Here are the job details:

Job Overview:

• Title: Private Companies Resource Attorney
• Location: New York City, NY
• Full-time position

Job Details:

• Prepare, enhance, annotate, and automate template documents.
• Curate and organize forms, precedents, and other legal know-how.
• Collaborate with the legal education team to develop training and educational content.
• Coordinate with attorneys across practice groups and other personnel to review, update, and contribute to practice resources and external publications.
• Monitor legal and regulatory developments in private companies, life sciences regulatory, and digital health practices, preparing summaries and alerts and ensuring incorporation into practice resources.
• Develop content for firm publications, teach-ins, and external-facing resources.
• Assist attorneys with day-to-day requests for precedents, templates, and resources.
• Participate in resource, knowledge management, practice innovation, and technology projects.
• Perform any other duties as assigned or required.

Requirements:

• Must be a licensed attorney.
• 3-5 years of experience in a US corporate/transactional practice.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents.
• Experience working with larger, later-stage private companies and handling various transactions and day-to-day counseling issues.
• Background or interest in life sciences and digital health preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple ongoing projects, coordinating with attorneys and stakeholders.
• Associate experience in running closings and coordinating diligence/disclosures on transactions is advantageous.
• Detailed drafting and analysis skills for template documents.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the New York State Bar or eligibility for admission.

Skills:

• Strong drafting skills.
• Ability to handle multiple ongoing projects effectively.
• Proficiency in legal research and analysis.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits Offered:

• Full elective benefits include medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, short-term medical benefits.
• Generous vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays.
• Parental leave and fertility benefits.

Creative lawyering in a laid back environment is big draw for associates at this Amlaw firm. This California-based firm is highly regarded as one of the most innovative firms in the market. The firm is best known for its technology work and life sciences clients, and is generally recognized as the top legal provider for emerging companies. The California culture of the firm fosters a collaborative and social workplace, while the sophisticated training and meaningful attorney mentorship help develop associates into world class lawyers.