Mid-Level Venture & Growth Associate Attorney

Mid-Level Venture & Growth Associate Attorney
Locations: New York, NY | San Diego, CA | San Francisco, CA | Los Angeles, CA | Boston, MA (Hybrid)

DLA Piper is seeking a mid-level Venture & Growth Associate to join its finance department in one of its major offices. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a top-tier legal team on complex financing transactions in the technology, life sciences, and middle-market sectors.
Key Responsibilities:

• Represent banks and private credit funds in lender-side commercial finance matters.
• Advise on financing transactions, including venture debt and growth capital loans.
• Draft and negotiate commitment letters, loan agreements, term sheets, and security documentation.
• Work closely with clients and internal teams to execute high-value transactions.

Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience in lender-side commercial finance transactions.
• Experience representing banks and/or private credit funds in loans to technology, life sciences, or middle-market companies is preferred.
• Prior Am Law 100 firm experience required.
• Strong analytical, writing, and negotiation skills.
• JD from a top-tier law school.
• Bar admission in the jurisdiction where applying.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary Range: $310,000 - $420,000 (based on experience and location).
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with firm contributions.
• Hybrid work environment with flexibility for remote work.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading global law firm and work on market-leading finance transactions.

Apply now to learn more!