Capital Markets Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm in Washington, DC, is seeking a skilled and experienced Capital Markets Associate Attorney with 4-7 years of capital markets experience. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of representing issuers, underwriters, and placement agents in various securities offerings. Experience with permanent capital and M&A transactions, particularly in the life sciences industry, is desirable. Considerable law firm experience is required for this role.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Represent issuers, underwriters, and placement agents in public offerings, private placements, and other securities offerings.
• Ensure compliance with reporting requirements under the 1933 Act and 1934 Act.
• Draft and review registration statements, prospectuses, and other offering documents.
• Advise clients on capital markets regulations, securities laws, and corporate governance.
• Participate in due diligence processes and manage disclosure obligations.
• Assist in mergers and acquisitions transactions related to capital markets.
• Provide legal counsel on matters related to permanent capital and financing strategies.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and stakeholders on complex capital markets matters.
• Stay current with developments in securities law and capital markets trends.

Requirements

• 4-7 years of experience in capital markets law.
• Demonstrated experience representing issuers, underwriters, and placement agents.
• Knowledge of compliance and reporting requirements under the 1933 and 1934 Act.
• Experience with permanent capital and M&A transactions is advantageous.
• Familiarity with the life sciences industry is a plus.
• Prior experience working in a large law firm setting is required.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the Bar in the state of Washington, DC.

Skills

• Strong understanding of capital markets regulations and securities laws.
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage complex transactions and client relationships effectively.
• Proficiency in conducting due diligence and advising on compliance issues.
• Experience working on high-profile securities offerings and M&A transactions.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Strategic mergers have spread this major East Coast firm's reach both nationwide and world wide. High salaries combined with a relaxed but purposeful working environment attract associates to DC, and the full service practice areas keep them busy. Within the profession, this firm is known to have some of the best litigators practicing in DC. High level work with a modest attitude, this firm offers unique opportunities for young associates.