Associate Attorney Emerging Companies and Venture Capital

A law firm seeks a mid-level Associate Attorney with at least three years of experience to join its Business Group in New York City, NY. This role involves advising both startups and established businesses on complex transactions, including entity formation, governance, and capital raises. The successful candidate will collaborate across multiple offices, providing clients with strategic insights and solutions for various industry sectors.

Duties

• Guide clients on entity selection, formation, and governance structures suited to their business needs.
• Support daily legal and operational matters for small to large companies.
• Lead and oversee capital raise transactions, including private offerings, and debt/equity financing through angel investors, venture capital, syndicates, and traditional banks.
• Provide legal advice on public company issues, capital markets, and mergers and acquisitions (M&A) as required.
• Work closely with other attorneys across multiple offices to deliver comprehensive, client-focused solutions on business transactions.

Requirements

• Experience: 3+ years in corporate governance, entity formation, and capital raises; additional experience in public company matters, capital markets, or M&A is preferred.
• Academic Credentials: Strong academic background with a JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Licensing: Active license to practice law.
• Skills: Strong analytical, organizational, and legal writing abilities.
• Client Focus: Client-centered approach with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse, supportive team environment.
• Project Management: Capable of managing multiple projects efficiently.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active law license required.

Skills

• High attention to detail and strong organizational capabilities in managing complex transactions.
• Ability to communicate legal concepts to clients.
• Proven multitasking abilities in a fast-paced setting.
• An adaptable and collaborative approach, suitable for both team-based and independent work.
• Strong analytical skills within corporate and transactional law.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Commuter assistance.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Credit for billable hours dedicated to diversity, equity, inclusion, and pro bono initiatives.
• Annual performance-based bonuses.

Founded almost half a century ago, this leading law practice has five offices in China, New York, Oregon, Washington, and Washington, D.C., and is comprised of a sizable group of highly skilled attorneys. A few of the firm's specialty practice areas are international trade-transportation, maritime law, healthcare, technology, and arts & entertainment. The firm is a devoted supporter of community outreach endeavors namely pro bono work during the year. It also encourages diversity at the workplace.