Corporate Associate Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid- to senior-level Corporate Associate Attorney to join its Emerging Companies and Venture Capital Practice Group in San Diego, California. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of experience in emerging companies and venture capital work, contributing to the practice's growth by advising founders, executives, and investors.

Duties

• Draft and negotiate preferred-stock financings, convertible instruments, and related investment agreements.
• Advise on formation, capitalization, corporate governance, founder arrangements, and equity compensation.
• Manage transactions end-to-end through closing, including running diligence processes and coordinating with specialists on commercial, regulatory, intellectual property, and operational matters.
• Advise on acquisitions, company sales, and other strategic transactions.
• Serve as a key associate contact for founders and management teams navigating growth.
• Mentor junior lawyers, as appropriate to experience level.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of significant experience in emerging companies and venture capital work.
• Admitted to the state bar in which you are practicing or eligible to waive in.
• Excellent business and legal problem-solving skills and judgment.
• Strong work ethic, team player attitude, and action-oriented interest in taking on increased levels of responsibility for transactions.

Education

• Law degree from an accredited institution.

Certifications

• Active bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Entrepreneurial, innovative, and forward-thinking mindset.
• Ability to manage complex transactions and coordinate with cross-functional specialists.
• Strong mentoring and leadership capabilities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage options.
• Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits, including adoption and fertility treatment options, backup child and elder care.
• Tax-free health accounts: HSA and FSA.
• 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans.
• Global wellness program, including free access to health care advocates, Employee Assistance Program, Talkspace, and Calm apps.
• Flex Time Away and reduced schedule arrangements.
• Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration and up to two professional associations.
• Dedicated in-house pro bono counsel.
• Matching gift programs for law school and charitable organization donations.

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