Corporate Associate (1-5 yrs) – San Francisco
Firm Description:
Our client is a nationally ranked Am Law 100 firm with over 600 attorneys across 10 offices in the U.S. Headquartered in Seattle, the firm is known for its deep industry knowledge and innovative approach to legal services. It advises clients in sectors such as technology, media, healthcare, financial services, and communications, with strong practices in litigation, regulatory, and corporate law. Recognized for its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and pro bono work, our client fosters a collaborative and forward-thinking culture.
Position Description:
Corporate Associate (M&A, Emerging Companies & Venture Capital)
Our client, a nationally recognized law firm, is seeking junior to mid-level Corporate Associates (1-5 years) to join its Corporate Practice in Seattle, San Francisco, or Portland.
This is an exciting opportunity for an attorney interested in working on a broad range of sophisticated transactional matters, including middle-market mergers and acquisitions, venture capital financings, emerging company representation, corporate governance, and private equity transactions. Associates will work closely with experienced partners and clients while gaining significant responsibility throughout the lifecycle of complex transactions.
Responsibilities
- Advise private companies, investors, founders, and private equity sponsors on a variety of corporate transactions
- Assist with middle-market M&A transactions, including:
- Platform acquisitions
- Add-on acquisitions
- Sale transactions
- Joint ventures
- Strategic investments
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- Represent emerging growth companies throughout the company lifecycle
- Advise founders and companies on:
- Entity formation
- Corporate governance
- General corporate matters
- Business growth and strategic planning
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- Represent companies and investors in venture capital financings, including:
- Seed financings
- Series A financings
- Growth-stage financings
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- Draft and negotiate:
- Purchase agreements
- Transaction documents
- Financing documents
- Disclosure schedules
- Ancillary agreements
- Corporate governance documents
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- Conduct and manage legal due diligence reviews
- Coordinate transaction workstreams and closing processes
- Work closely with management teams, investors, sponsors, and founders
- Collaborate with attorneys across multiple disciplines, including:
- Tax
- Intellectual Property
- Employment
- Employee Benefits
- Privacy & Security
- Technology Transactions
- Real Estate
- Environmental
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Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Admission to practice, or eligibility for admission, in the applicable jurisdiction
- 1-5 years of corporate transactional experience
- Experience with one or more of the following:
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Emerging Companies & Venture Capital (ECVC)
- Venture financings
- Private equity transactions
- General corporate representation
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- Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines simultaneously
- Interest in working with private companies, investors, and founders
Why This Opportunity
Our client's corporate practice is highly regarded for its work with private companies, investors, founders, and middle-market businesses. Attorneys benefit from:
- Significant client interaction and hands-on responsibility
- Exposure to sophisticated M&A and venture capital transactions
- Strong mentorship and collaborative training environment
- Opportunities to work directly with founders, management teams, and investors
- A culture that emphasizes teamwork, professional growth, and early responsibility
- Exposure to a broad range of industries and innovative companies
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary Range: $215,000 – $290,000 annually
- Compensation based on experience, education, and market factors
- Eligibility for discretionary annual bonus opportunities
Benefits may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) options
- Life and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Voluntary supplemental insurance programs
- Commuter and transit benefits
- Professional development and training opportunities
Locations
- Seattle, Washington
- San Francisco, California
- Portland, Oregon
Application Requirements
Interested candidates should submit:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Law School Transcript
- Writing Sample
Meet Your Recruiter
Samir Metovic
Director of Legal Recruiting
