Emerging Companies and Venture Capital Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a midlevel corporate associate with experience in emerging companies and venture capital for its Chicago, IL office. The candidate will provide legal guidance on corporate and transactional matters, supporting clients from formation to exit.

Duties

• Advise emerging companies and venture capital investors on corporate and transactional matters.
• Draft and negotiate venture capital financing documents, including term sheets and convertible notes.
• Provide legal guidance on corporate governance, including board and shareholder issues.
• Support mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic transactions.
• Conduct due diligence and assist in transactional closings.
• Act as outside corporate counsel to private companies.
• Manage internal and external client and counsel relationships.

Requirements

• 3 to 5 years of relevant experience.
• Must reside in the Chicago area at or prior to the time of hire.
• Work in the office at least three business days per week.

Education

• JD from an ABA Accredited Law School.

Certifications

• Licensed or ready to become licensed to practice law in Illinois.

Skills

• Strong academic background.
• Excellent research and writing skills.
• Relevant transferable skills.

Benefits

• Bonus eligibility.
• Comprehensive benefits program.

Prestige, opportunity, diversity, and tremendous culture draw associates to this global conglomerate firm. With 200 practice areas, this firm is highly regarded and goes above and beyond with its efforts both within the firm and outside the firm. Current associates boast a wonderful work/life balance, as well as the ability to work with dedicated and leaders and just overall ?great people.? Associates welcome being part of a firm known to be a leader in inclusion. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.