Corporate Associate Emerging Growth

A law firm seeks an experienced Corporate Associate with 4-7 years of practice to join its dynamic Emerging Growth group in the Denver office. The role offers a unique opportunity to work with leading venture capital funds, emerging tech companies, consumer product businesses, and life science firms. You will be involved in high-impact corporate matters, including financing transactions, mergers & acquisitions, and day-to-day corporate governance.

Duties:

• Represent venture capital funds and emerging growth companies across various sectors, including technology, life sciences, and consumer products.
• Advise clients on complex financing transactions, including debt and equity raises.
• Lead and support mergers & acquisitions, from initial negotiation to post-closing integration.
• Provide ongoing corporate governance counsel to clients, including board and shareholder matters.
• Manage relationships with key clients and gain significant experience in direct client interactions.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to strategize and execute sophisticated corporate transactions.
• Contribute to the firm’s broader goals, including mentoring junior associates and participating in internal initiatives.

Requirements:

• 4-7 years of corporate law experience, with a focus on venture capital and emerging growth companies.
• Proven ability to manage client relationships and provide sound legal advice.
• Experience in handling complex transactions, with attention to detail and strategic thinking.
• Desire to engage in a client-facing role with direct responsibility.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership in the state bar where the position is located.

Skills:

• Expertise in corporate law, including mergers & acquisitions, venture capital, and private equity transactions.
• Strong legal research, writing, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple high-priority matters and maintain excellent client service.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective client and team interactions.
• Detail-oriented with a pragmatic approach to problem-solving and strategy.
• Strong work ethic and the ability to balance multiple demands in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

• Flexible work arrangements, including options for remote and hybrid work.
• Competitive compensation and a generous bonus structure based on performance.
• Unlimited paid time off (PTO), wellness programs, and a reduced time program.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Parental leave with enhanced support for both primary and non-primary caregivers.
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match and other voluntary income protection benefits.
• Access to educational resources, including a subscription to continuing legal education programs (CLE).
• Opportunities to engage in community service through the firm’s pro bono work and volunteer programs.
• Professional development and mentorship opportunities in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.

Expand your practice and enhance your legal career at one of the largest firms in Denver! This firm practices in a wide variety of areas of law, including corporate, litigation, intellectual property, and tax. Associates are treated well and are given significant responsibility and interesting work. This is undoubtedly one of Colorado's most distinguished law firms. This firm has super legal work, very good compensation and really emphasizes lifestyle for the associates who join the firm. A large law firm, with offices throughout the United States, this firm has established itself as one of the key power players in the Colorado legal community. A great number of the attorneys who are a part of this firm are in The Best Lawyers in America. This is undoubtedly one of the best firms to work for in Colorado, and we have heard praises of this firm from virtually every associate we have ever spoken with here. This firm practices in virtually all areas of the law and is strong in most. The largest praises we have heard of this firm are in its corporate and litigation departments.