Mid-level Corporate Associate Attorney

A law firm in San Francisco, CA, is actively seeking a Mid-level Corporate Associate Attorney to join their private equity group. The ideal candidate should possess a minimum of 5 years of broad corporate experience, with expertise in private credit and mezzanine debt. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) funds, and applicants must be admitted to the California State Bar.

Duties

• Private Equity Focus: Collaborate with the private equity group, actively participating in private equity transactions.
• Corporate Transactions: Manage and assist in various corporate transactions, emphasizing expertise in private credit, mezzanine debt, and related matters.
• SBIC Fund Involvement: Apply knowledge and experience in working with SBIC funds, if applicable.
• Legal Consultation: Provide expert legal advice and support on various corporate law matters.
• Transaction Oversight: Oversee different aspects of transactions, ensuring compliance and efficiency.

Requirements

• Experience: Ideally, a minimum of 5 years of broad corporate experience.
• Private Equity Background: Familiarity with private credit and mezzanine debt transactions.
• SBIC Funds: Preferred experience with Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) funds.
• License: Admission to the California State Bar.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.): Degree from an accredited law school.

Skills

• Corporate Law Expertise: In-depth knowledge and experience in various aspects of corporate law.
• Private Credit and Mezzanine Debt: Familiarity and expertise in private credit and mezzanine debt transactions.
• SBIC Fund Knowledge: Understanding of Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) funds.
• Legal Research: Proficiency in legal research and analysis.
• Transaction Oversight: Ability to oversee various aspects of transactions.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication abilities.

This prestigious firms San Francisco office has a blue-chip business litigation department and a very solid labor and employment practice. Although the firm has a very conservative reputation, most insiders describe the work as exciting and the people as laid back, friendly, and fun to work with. Moreover, associates claim the firm is a pro bono powerhouse and that the firm is very open to intra-firm transfers. Salaries are excellent.