Corporate Associate Crypto/Blockchain

Job Overview:
A premier law firm is seeking a Corporate Associate with 3-6 years of experience advising crypto and Web3 companies on a variety of transactional matters. The ideal candidate will have significant exposure to venture capital financings, token issuances, NFT transactions, and the creation of offshore structures for digital asset projects. This is a fantastic opportunity for professionals looking to work with innovative clients at the cutting edge of blockchain technology and digital assets.

Location:

• Washington, D.C.

Duties:

• Advise crypto and Web3 companies on venture capital financings, including crypto token rights and token warrants
• Support clients with crypto token, digital asset, and NFT issuances
• Assist with primary and secondary sales of crypto tokens and digital assets
• Help establish offshore structures related to crypto token and digital asset issuances
• Provide counsel on securities law and regulatory issues surrounding crypto tokens
• Work with clients across a range of industries, including fintech, artificial intelligence, gaming, digital media, cleantech, and big data

Requirements:

• 3-6 years of transactional experience advising on crypto and blockchain-related matters
• Strong knowledge of venture capital financings, NFT issuances, and digital asset transactions
• Familiarity with blockchain technology and the regulatory landscape surrounding crypto
• Ability to manage complex transactions and work with diverse client bases in emerging technologies
• Strong communication, drafting, and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar in the preferred jurisdiction (California, New York, or Washington D.C.)

Skills:

• Deep understanding of crypto, blockchain, and Web3 technologies
• Expertise in crypto token, digital asset, and NFT transactions
• Solid knowledge of securities law and related regulatory issues
• Strong transactional experience, especially in the venture capital and financing space
• Excellent drafting and negotiation abilities
• Ability to manage client relationships and work under tight deadlines

Benefits:

• Discretionary merit-based bonuses
• Monthly wellness reimbursements
• 24/7 emotional and behavioral health support and virtual counseling
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage for employees, spouse/domestic partner, and children (up to age 26)
• Family-building benefits, including IVF, adoption, surrogacy, and egg-freezing
• Paid parental leave
• Parenting support concierge and telemedicine
• Parents and caregivers resource group
• Career coaching for working parents
• In-home and center-based back-up childcare
• Tutoring and college coaching for older children
• Health Savings Accounts with firm contributions
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Pretax commuter and parking benefits
• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary long-term care insurance, critical illness, hospitalization, and accident insurance
• Voluntary ID theft protection
• Voluntary 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.