Midlevel Emerging Companies & Venture Capital Associate Attorney
Apply NowCompany: Direct Counsel
Location: Portland, OR 97229
Description:
Midlevel EC/VC Corporate Associate
Century City, Los Angeles, or Newport Beach, CA (Portland, OR Considered)
$310,000 - $390,000 + Bonus & Benefits
Direct Counsel is seeking a Midlevel Corporate Associate with 4-6 years of experience in Emerging Companies & Venture Capital (EC/VC) to join a prestigious law firm's Southern California offices (Century City, Los Angeles, or Newport Beach). This role offers the opportunity to advise startups, venture capital investors, and high-growth companies through all stages of their business lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
This is an exciting opportunity for a midlevel corporate attorney to join a leading EC/VC practice with direct client exposure and room for growth. Apply now to learn more!
Century City, Los Angeles, or Newport Beach, CA (Portland, OR Considered)
$310,000 - $390,000 + Bonus & Benefits
Direct Counsel is seeking a Midlevel Corporate Associate with 4-6 years of experience in Emerging Companies & Venture Capital (EC/VC) to join a prestigious law firm's Southern California offices (Century City, Los Angeles, or Newport Beach). This role offers the opportunity to advise startups, venture capital investors, and high-growth companies through all stages of their business lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise emerging companies and venture capital investors on corporate and transactional matters.
- Draft and negotiate venture capital financing documents, including term sheets, convertible notes, and NVCA financing agreements.
- Counsel clients on corporate governance matters, including board and shareholder issues.
- Support clients in M&A, joint ventures, and strategic transactions.
- Conduct due diligence and assist with transactional closings.
- Serve as outside corporate counsel to early- and late-stage private companies.
- Manage client relationships and coordinate with outside counsel.
- J.D. from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the California Bar.
- 4-6 years of corporate law experience, with significant focus on EC/VC transactions.
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
- Experience managing multiple transactions in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.
- Entrepreneurial mindset and ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
- Base Salary: $310,000 - $390,000, based on experience.
- Bonus eligibility.
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with employer contributions.
- Generous PTO, holidays, and paid sick leave.
This is an exciting opportunity for a midlevel corporate attorney to join a leading EC/VC practice with direct client exposure and room for growth. Apply now to learn more!