Corporate Associate, Startup and Venture Capital Group

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-to-senior level Corporate Associate for its offices in Mountain View, CA, San Francisco, Seattle, Santa Monica, or Boston. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of experience in corporate law, focusing on startups, venture capital, and emerging companies, with a strong interest in technology and life sciences.

Duties

• Represent startups and emerging companies in corporate transactions.
• Advise clients on venture capital financing and corporate governance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support client needs.
• Draft and negotiate complex corporate agreements.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of experience in a sophisticated corporate law practice.
• Experience with technology and/or life sciences companies required.
• Superior academic credentials and excellent communication skills.
• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction or eligibility to sit/waive into the next bar exam.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating legal documents.

Benefits

• Healthcare and life insurance plans.
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Wellbeing programs.

This highly profitable, full-service firm has grown significantly in recent years and has worked on some of the most interesting and complex technology transactions in the world. The firm primarily represents high-tech, high-growth companies in four practices areas: Corporate, Litigation, Intellectual Property, and Tax. Salaries are in line with other top Bay Area firms, and most associates believe the firm is truly a great place to work.