Corporate Associate Attorney

Job Title

Corporate Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm based in Burlington, Vermont is looking to expand its business advisory and transactional legal team. This opportunity is ideal for a legal professional with a strong foundation in business formation, financing, and corporate governance. The role offers flexibility in work arrangement and the chance to work with dynamic, high-growth companies and investment groups across various sectors.

Duties

• Advise emerging enterprises on entity formation, structure, and compliance

• Draft and negotiate investment instruments including convertible notes, SAFEs, and preferred stock purchase agreements

• Manage equity administration and corporate records, including board consents, shareholder agreements, and stock option issuances

• Guide clients through venture capital funding rounds, including securities compliance

• Collaborate with colleagues on complex transactions involving international and domestic investments

• Provide strategic legal insight into day-to-day business decisions

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and evolving industry practices

Requirements

• 3 years of focused experience in corporate and startup law at a reputable law firm

• Demonstrated expertise in early-stage financing structures and securities law compliance

• Ability to operate independently and efficiently in a fast-paced, client-focused environment

• Familiarity with equity management platforms such as Carta is preferred

• While not required, a modest portable book of clients is considered a bonus

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school

Certifications

• Must be admitted to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

Skills

• Strong drafting and negotiation skills

• Deep understanding of startup equity and capitalization structures

• High attention to detail and organizational skills

• Excellent client communication and relationship management abilities

• Strategic thinker with a pragmatic, business-oriented approach to legal issues

Job Location

• Burlington, VT (flexible arrangements available: on-site, remote, or hybrid)

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance

• Retirement plan with employer matching

• Generous paid time off

• Flexible work schedule

• Professional development opportunities

This boutique law firm is located in Burlington, Vermont. It provides legal counsel on financing transactions, private offerings, venture capital, angel investment, slow money/social investing, crowdfunding, business acquisitions, employment matters, equity compensation, intellectual property and general contract and business matters.