Entrepreneurial Ventures Associate

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a highly qualified Associate to join its Entrepreneurial Ventures practice in Chicago, Illinois. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of sophisticated corporate experience with a focus on venture capital and emerging company representation.

Duties

• Draft investment agreements, including NVCA forms.
• Manage multi-disciplinary due diligence across various industries.
• Prepare governance-related board materials for transactions.
• Oversee cap table management, including convertible securities.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of corporate experience at a nationally recognized law firm.
• Experience with venture capital and emerging companies.
• Strong writing and analytical skills.

Education

• Excellent academic credentials required.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Proficiency in drafting investment agreements.
• Ability to manage due diligence processes.
• Strong analytical and writing capabilities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Professional development opportunities.

Providing sophisticated top-quality legal representation nationally and globally, this full-service law firm offers services in areas of corporate, financial services, litigation, real estate, commercial finance, intellectual property, and trusts and estates. The firm's clients include public and private companies, Fortune 100, government and nonprofit organizations, and individuals. The firm has a collaborative and collegial environment where the most talented team of lawyers and professionals create creative and strategic solutions for clients' needs. In addition, the firm has an innovative team that provides strategies using new processes and software. The firm is committed to providing pro bono service and sponsoring a variety of programs that support education, arts and culture, health and welfare, and human rights. Focused on attracting diverse talents the firm provides various training and mentoring programs for professional growth. This nationally recognized firm has all the features of a successful law firm: highly skilled attorneys, amazing staff, a supportive work environment, and a competitive salary with great benefits.