Corporate Securities/Capital Markets Associate Attorney

A law firm in Boulder, CO, is seeking a motivated Corporate Securities/Capital Markets Associate Attorney with 2-5 years of corporate law experience, specializing in securities and capital markets. The candidate should be proficient in handling public company reporting obligations, public securities offerings, SEC compliance, corporate governance requirements, and debt and equity markets transactions. The role requires the ability to lead due diligence teams, manage specialists, draft key legal documents, and work independently across multiple assignments with minimal supervision.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel on a variety of corporate securities matters, including public and private offerings of equity and debt securities.
• Advise clients on public company reporting requirements and SEC compliance, including periodic filings, registration statements, and disclosures.
• Draft, review, and negotiate key legal documents such as prospectuses, offering memoranda, and registration statements for securities offerings.
• Lead and manage due diligence teams in capital markets transactions, ensuring compliance and coordination with specialists.
• Guide clients through corporate governance issues, advising on best practices and legal requirements.
• Stay informed on evolving SEC regulations, securities market trends, and corporate governance updates, providing timely advice to clients.
• Collaborate with internal teams and clients’ advisors to ensure smooth execution of capital markets transactions.
• Handle multiple projects and assignments concurrently while meeting tight deadlines with minimal oversight.
• Assist clients in managing SEC filings, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance requirements.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of experience in corporate law, with a strong focus on securities law, public company obligations, and capital markets transactions.
• In-depth knowledge of SEC regulations, corporate governance requirements, and securities offerings.
• Proven ability to lead due diligence efforts and manage legal teams in securities transactions.
• Strong drafting skills for legal documents related to public offerings, regulatory compliance, and corporate governance.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments effectively, meeting deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and communication skills.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Colorado and in good standing, or eligibility for admission.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Comprehensive understanding of securities law, capital markets, SEC regulations, and public company reporting.
• Leadership abilities, with experience managing teams and specialists in legal due diligence.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills, with the ability to present complex legal information clearly to clients.
• Superior academic performance, reflecting a strong legal foundation and dedication to excellence.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple transactions efficiently.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapting to regulatory changes and business needs.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with productivity and discretionary bonuses.
• Comprehensive life, health, accident, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions.

Here is a Colorado law firm recognized for its leadership in the representation of emerging growth companies. The firm offers comprehensive legal services in the areas of: Business Services, Litigation, Intellectual Property, and Estate Planning and Administration. Clients of this firm include corporations, small businesses, venture capital and investment firms, research institutes, universities, and individuals. The attorneys working in this firm are also quite active in the community. While this is not necessarily a lifestyle firm, it is important to note that the firm is by no means imposing crazy hours either. Attorneys working in this firm really seem quite enthusiastic about their employment here, and the firm does an excellent job of retaining associates and promoting them through their ranks. We also believe that this firm is unusually client focused and does and excellent job in forging strong relationships with the clients it serves. This firm draws quite heavily from local Colorado law schools.