Venture Capital and Emerging Growth Companies Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly qualified and motivated mid-level associate to join its Venture Capital and Emerging Growth Companies group in Boston. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate and transactional matters, with a focus on venture and growth financings, corporate governance, and mergers and acquisitions.

Duties

• Advise on sophisticated corporate and transactional matters.
• Represent companies and investors in venture and growth equity transactions.
• Draft and negotiate NVCA-based and bespoke financing documents.
• Advise on governance and capitalization matters.
• Collaborate with M&A, IP, tax, and regulatory teams.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in a law firm or similar environment.
• Experience with emerging growth companies and venture capital.
• Strong drafting skills and sound business judgment.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Active bar admission in the jurisdiction of practice.

Skills

• Superior writing, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in technology, life sciences, and consumer products sectors is welcomed.

Benefits

• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Voluntary insurance including vision.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.

Ranked as one of the Best Client Relationships firm and as one of the top Best Known Firms in the nation, the attorneys in this firm are invested in understanding their clients? businesses from all angels, including the risks, challenges, and issues affecting their industries. This AmLaw 100 firm values diversity and inclusion. Attorneys strive to build true partnerships with the firm?s clients. The firm invests in its associates by providing opportunities for professional development based on each person?s desired career path. The goal is to give each individual the opportunity to achieve their best and take pride in their performance and quality of work. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.