Emerging Growth and Venture Capital Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an attorney to join its corporate group in Seattle, WA, focusing on emerging growth companies and institutional investors. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in venture capital financings, mergers and acquisitions, and corporate governance.

Duties

• Support venture capital financings and M&A transactions.
• Advise clients on corporate governance matters.
• Negotiate and manage preferred stock, bridge, and SAFE financings.
• Conduct due diligence for M&A and venture financings.
• Supervise junior lawyers and staff.

Requirements

• 5-8 years of experience in emerging growth and venture capital.
• Experience with AmLaw 100 law firms preferred.
• Familiarity with NVCA, seriesseed.com, and Y Combinator forms.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD)

Certifications

• Admitted to practice in the jurisdiction of application.

Skills

• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Excellent organizational and management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.

This Amlaw firm is best known for allowing its associates to find a balanced work load that best suites them. As a result, the company operates with an entrepreneurial culture, offers flexible face-time, and values diversity and a work space inclusive of everyone. This firm is also one that values pro-bono work?encouraging their associates to gain real-life experience and take charge of their own opportunities and success.