ECVC Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm in Austin, TX, is seeking a skilled and experienced ECVC Associate Attorney with 5-7 years of expertise in early-stage company and venture capital law. The successful candidate will support a diverse portfolio of clients, providing expert legal advice and representing their interests in various transactions and legal matters. This role requires a strong background in venture capital and early-stage company law, exceptional analytical skills, and the ability to manage complex legal issues effectively.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel and representation for early-stage companies and venture capital clients.
• Draft, review, and negotiate term sheets, investment agreements, and other legal documents.
• Advise clients on structuring and executing financing transactions, including equity investments, convertible notes, and SAFEs.
• Assist in mergers and acquisitions, corporate reorganizations, and strategic partnerships.
• Conducted due diligence and prepared detailed reports on legal and financial aspects of transactions.
• Develop and maintain relationships with clients, investors, and other stakeholders.
• Stay current with industry trends, regulatory changes, and legal developments affecting ECVC.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and legal professionals to provide comprehensive legal services.
• Represent clients in negotiations and before regulatory bodies as needed.
• Prepare and deliver presentations and legal opinions to clients and internal teams.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Texas State Bar or eligibility for admission.
• 5-7 years of experience in early-stage company and venture capital law.
• Proven track record of managing complex ECVC transactions and providing strategic legal advice.
• Strong understanding of venture capital funding structures, startup dynamics, and corporate law.

Education:

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Texas or eligible for admission.

Skills:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong negotiation and drafting skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards.
• Proficiency with legal research tools and technology.

Benefits:

• Monthly wellness reimbursements.
• 24/7 emotional and behavioral health support and virtual counseling.
• Healthcare coverage for employees, spouses/domestic partners, and children up to age 26.
• Family-building benefits, including IVF, adoption, surrogacy, and egg-freezing.
• Paid parental leave and parenting support concierge.
• In-home and center-based backup childcare, tutoring, and college coaching.
• Health Savings Accounts with firm contribution.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) retirement plan with firm contributions.
• Pretax commuter and parking benefits.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance, short and long-term disability.
• Voluntary long-term care, critical illness, hospitalization, accident insurance, ID theft protection, and pet insurance.
• Medicare consulting.
• Firm-paid CLE, bar review fees, and bar dues.

This Vault Law 100 and one of the Best Law Firm in the Emerging Companies & Venture Capital firm boasts cutting-edge clients, pleasant people, and a flexible work/life balance. The firm is a global player with very deep tech roots and has been ranked among the top 10 M&A advisors in the nation. As the premier provider of legal services to technology, life sciences, and growth enterprises worldwide, the firm is appealing to associates for fostering an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment across its attorney ranks, emphasizing the importance of mentorship, career growth, and building leadership and relationship skills with clients and colleagues. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.