Private Companies Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Private Companies Attorney with 3 to 6 years of experience to join its team in Reston, Virginia. The role involves advising early-stage and growth-stage companies and their investors on corporate matters, including venture capital financings and liquidity events.

Duties

• Advise venture-backed companies on general corporate matters.
• Guide clients through venture capital financings and liquidity events.
• Collaborate with a national team on high-growth company advisement.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of relevant legal experience.
• Experience with early-stage and growth-stage companies.
• Background in a corporate department of a national or international law firm.
• High level of academic achievement from a nationally recognized law school.

Education

• Juris Doctor from a nationally recognized law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong advisory skills in corporate law.
• Experience with venture capital and liquidity events.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts.
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage.
• Long-term care and backup care benefits.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Four weeks of vacation and two weeks of sick time annually.
• Ten paid holidays each year.

Creative lawyering in a laid back environment is big draw for associates at this Amlaw firm. This California-based firm is highly regarded as one of the most innovative firms in the market. The firm is best known for its technology work and life sciences clients, and is generally recognized as the top legal provider for emerging companies. The California culture of the firm fosters a collaborative and social workplace, while the sophisticated training and meaningful attorney mentorship help develop associates into world class lawyers.