Mid-level Corporate Associate Attorney

A law firm in San Francisco, CA is seeking a skilled Mid-level Corporate Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have significant experience advising public companies on SEC compliance, disclosure, governance, and exchange matters, as well as representing issuers or investment banks in capital market transactions, including IPOs, SPACs, direct listings, and follow-on offerings. A background or interest in technology and/or life sciences companies is preferred. Superior academic credentials and excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills are essential. Candidates must be barred in California.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Advise public companies on SEC compliance, disclosure obligations, corporate governance matters, and exchange regulations.
• Represent issuers or investment banks in capital market transactions, including initial public offerings (IPOs), SPAC transactions, direct listings, and follow-on offerings.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transactional documents such as offering memoranda, prospectuses, underwriting agreements, and corporate governance documents.
• Conduct due diligence reviews and risk assessments related to corporate transactions.
• Provide strategic legal advice to clients on corporate structure, mergers, acquisitions, and strategic investments.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external parties, including clients, opposing counsel, and regulatory authorities.
• Stay updated on developments in corporate and securities laws, regulations, and market trends affecting clients.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active Bar membership in good standing in California.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience practicing corporate law with a focus on advising public companies or representing investment banks in capital market transactions.
• Strong understanding of SEC regulations, corporate finance, and securities laws.
• Experience with IPOs, SPACs, direct listings, and follow-on offerings.
• Superior academic credentials and demonstrated legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively under tight deadlines.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact professionally with clients and colleagues.

Preferred Skills:

• Background or affinity for technology and/or life sciences industries.
• Experience working with emerging growth companies or startup ecosystems.
• Familiarity with corporate governance best practices and trends in the tech and life sciences sectors.

The San Francisco office of 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. Although the firm practices in loosely-organized Corporate, Litigation, Intellectual Property, and Tax groups, the San Francisco office focuses primarily on Corporate and Intellectual Property work. Salaries are in line with other top Bay Area firms, and most associates believe the firm is truly a great place to work.