Transactions Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A well-established law firm is seeking a Transactions Associate with 2-5 years of corporate law experience to join their Transactions Practice Group. This role will focus on supporting a range of transactions, including venture capital financing, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), private equity, and general corporate counseling. This opportunity offers a dynamic environment conducive to professional growth, character development, and collaborative work.

Location:

• Palo Alto, CA

Duties:

• Assist with a variety of transactions, including emerging companies & venture capital (ECVC) financing, M&A, and private equity.
• Provide corporate counseling for public and private companies, private equity funds, investors, and entrepreneurs.
• Engage in drafting and reviewing complex legal documents and managing transaction processes.
• Support clients in mergers, acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and other commercial transactions.
• Maintain direct interaction with clients and partners to strengthen client relationships.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of corporate law experience, with a focus on venture capital, early-stage financings, mergers, acquisitions, and related transactions.
• Proficiency in sophisticated document drafting and transaction management.
• Exceptional interpersonal, writing, and communication skills.
• A strong work ethic, positive attitude, and capacity to work in a collaborative team environment.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active Bar membership in the relevant jurisdiction(s) or eligibility for timely admission based on office location.

Skills:

• Strong expertise in corporate and transactional law, including venture capital and M&A.
• Advanced drafting and project management abilities.
• Excellent communication skills for client-facing interactions.
• Commitment to a collaborative work environment and professional development.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Adoption Assistance
• Backup Care for Dependents

A well-known, top-drawer firm with an especially strong health care practice, this firm offers offices across the U.S. in addition to European and Asian outposts. The firm is on an upward trajectory, with savvy acquisitions in hot markets marking the last decade. The accolades and honors keep rolling in for this firm, meaning that attorneys can be sure they will be among the best and the brightest. A full-service firm with excellence in business law, litigation, and intellectual property, this is an excellent place to start or accelerate one?s career.