Emerging Companies Attorney

Job Overview:
A dynamic law firm is seeking an experienced Emerging Companies Attorney to join its growing and well-regarded Venture Capital (VC) and emerging companies practice. The ideal candidate will have at least four years of experience advising VC-backed and other emerging companies, with a focus on corporate structuring, formation, and financing. This position offers flexibility with both full-time and part-time options, making it a great fit for candidates seeking a more flexible work schedule. Attorneys will work on sophisticated matters for innovative companies, founders, and investors in a collaborative, boutique firm environment.

Location:
New York City, NY

Duties:

• Counsel and advise VC-backed and emerging companies on various legal matters throughout the company lifecycle, including structuring, formation, and venture capital financing.
• Provide strategic legal advice to clients on corporate governance, growth strategies, and exit planning.
• Manage complex transactional matters, including equity financings, M&A transactions, and strategic partnerships.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the firm’s corporate, intellectual property, tax, and employment practice areas to provide comprehensive legal solutions to clients.
• Develop and maintain client relationships with a focus on delivering high-quality service.
• Assist in business development efforts to grow the firm’s practice in the emerging companies and VC sector.

Requirements:

• At least 4 years of experience in corporate law, with a focus on advising emerging companies, venture capital, and startup operations.
• Proven experience in venture capital financing, structuring, and advising on the growth of emerging companies.
• Ability to work with limited supervision and take on significant responsibility.
• Strong business judgment, communication skills, and client management experience.
• Ability to provide strategic legal counsel to high-growth companies and investors.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach to working with a team.
• Experience with business development and managing client relationships is preferred.

Education:

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Skills:

• Expertise in corporate law, with a focus on emerging companies and venture capital.
• Strong transactional experience, particularly in financing and business structuring.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and client relationships effectively.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to contribute to the growth of the practice.
• Strong organizational skills with a focus on client service and attention to detail.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Flexibility to work either full-time or part-time, depending on candidate preferences.
• Fully remote work option (US-based) with the ability to create a flexible work schedule.
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated matters in an exciting and transformative practice area.
• Supportive, collegial, and collaborative firm culture.
• Strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

While adapting to a rapidly changing business environment, the attorneys at this law firm are fast and efficient in managing the legal needs of companies and individuals. Their areas of practice include intellectual property, employment, litigation, international business, individual and institutional investors, mergers, and acquisitions. the firm is located in New York.