Associate Attorney Emerging Companies and Venture Capital

A law firm seeks an experienced Associate Attorney to join its Business Group in Seattle, WA. This role involves providing legal guidance to a range of clients, from startups to well-established companies, across various industries. The attorney will manage complex transactions, including entity formation, capital raises, and governance matters while collaborating with a team of talented professionals across multiple office locations.

Duties

• Advise clients on entity selection, formation, and development of organizational and governance structures.
• Support clients with day-to-day legal needs, spanning both small and large businesses.
• Manage capital raising transactions, including private offerings, debt, and equity financing through diverse investor groups, such as angel investors, venture capital funds, and traditional banks.
• Provide additional guidance on public company matters, capital markets, and mergers and acquisitions (M&A).
• Collaborate with attorneys across different offices to deliver integrated and high-quality legal solutions.

Requirements

• Experience: 3+ years in corporate governance, capital raises, and counseling on entity formation, with added experience in public company issues, capital markets, or M&A as a plus.
• Academic Credentials: Strong academic background with a JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensing: Active license to practice law.
• Skills: High proficiency in analytical thinking, organizational management, and legal writing.
• Client Service: Client-focused approach with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Teamwork: Enthusiastic about working within a diverse team and supporting collaborative goals.
• Project Management: Capable of managing multiple projects with attention to detail and responsiveness.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active license to practice law.

Skills

• Exceptional organizational abilities and attention to detail in managing complex transactions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills in corporate and transactional law.
• Proficient in conveying complex legal information clearly to clients.
• Adaptability to work independently or as part of a team in a fast-paced setting.
• Demonstrated multitasking ability with an aptitude for managing multiple priorities.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Commuter allowance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Credit for billable hours dedicated to diversity, equity, inclusion, and pro bono initiatives.
• Annual performance-based bonus opportunities.

Time for a change? Come up to the Pacific Northwest and really thrive within a diverse group of lawyers and a power pack of national and international clients. This is a long-established firm with an enthusiastic commitment to community endeavors. Here is a real opportunity for professional growth and civic satisfaction for highly qualified, motivated candidates. This is a powerful Pacific Northwest firm and offers associates working here the opportunity to participate in some of the more significant litigation and corporate work in the Pacific Northwest. They are well known for their strong real estate and land use practice, and many of the firm's attorneys who practice in these disciplines are considered recognized leaders in their fields. This firm also has an exceptional bankruptcy practice. This firm also has a diverse client base including large publicly traded corporations as well as closely held businesses and individuals. This firm is considered to have good management, and its management structure is fairly well integrated throughout the firm's offices.