Principal Attorney Emerging Companies and Venture Capital

A law firm seeks a seasoned Emerging Companies and Venture Capital (ECVC) Attorney to join its Business Practice Group in Washington, DC. This role offers an extensive platform to engage with a diverse business and corporate client base. The attorney will provide strategic guidance to early-stage and emerging companies, particularly on capital raising and financing, while handling sophisticated transactions across various industries.

Duties

• Provide ongoing, close counsel to small and large business clients on general corporate governance.
• Lead capital-raising transactions, including private offerings and debt/equity financing from angel investors, venture capital funds, and other sources.
• Structure and oversee complex transactions for emerging brands across a range of industry sectors.
• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple office locations on cross-functional client matters.
• Advise clients on securities matters, capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, and public company issues.
• Foster long-term client relationships by delivering high-quality, proactive legal solutions.
• Participate in pro bono and public service matters, contributing to firm initiatives on social impact.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience representing early-stage brands in capital raise transactions, including private offerings and financing from various investor sources. Additional expertise in public company issues, capital markets, and M&A is advantageous.
• Book of Business: A partial portable client base is required.
• Academic Credentials: JD from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic performance.
• Licensing: Active law license.
• Skills: Excellent analytical, writing, and client-service skills, with a strong commitment to communication and client satisfaction.
• Project Management: Ability to manage significant responsibilities independently while also collaborating within a diverse team.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active law license.

Skills

• Proficiency in corporate governance and venture capital transaction structuring.
• In-depth knowledge of capital markets and regulatory compliance for both public and private companies.
• Skilled in drafting, negotiating, and advising on capital raise and investment documents.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Effective communicator capable of handling high-stakes client interactions and investor negotiations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions
• Commuter allowance
• Disability and life insurance
• Parental leave
• Billable credit hours for approved diversity, equity, inclusion, and pro bono work
• Annual performance-based bonus

This small office of a solid Northwest firm is not in growth mode--but they aren't afraid to scoop up talented lawyers from their neighbors when the opportunity arises. They concentrate their full service efforts on a clientele that may not be dominating the Fortune 500, but do give this firm an interesting range of work. This firm is at its best when handling corporate work for small or mid-sized companies, with an occasional IPO here and there.