Job description:

A leading, highly regarded law firm is seeking talented and motivated Transactions Associates with 2-8 years of relevant corporate experience to join their dynamic Transactions Practice Group in New York, Silicon Valley, San Francisco, or Dallas. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a collaborative and innovative team in a fast-paced, client-focused environment that emphasizes professional growth and career development.

• Representing a diverse range of clients, including publicly and privately held companies, private equity funds, venture capital investors, entrepreneurs, and emerging growth companies.
• Handling venture capital and early-stage financings, mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, joint ventures, dispositions, and other sophisticated commercial transactions.
• Providing strategic general corporate counseling to clients across various industries, helping them navigate complex legal challenges.
• Managing all phases of transactions, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating transactional documents and leading due diligence efforts.
• Collaborating with partners, team members, and clients to deliver high-quality legal solutions.

The ideal candidate is an exceptional corporate lawyer with a track record of delivering results in high-stakes, high-impact transactions. Required qualifications include:

• 2-8 years of experience working in a corporate practice, focusing on emerging companies, venture capital, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, or general corporate matters.
• Strong skills in document drafting, transactional project management, and negotiation.
• A client-centric approach with the ability to establish and maintain direct relationships with clients and partners.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative and positive attitude.
• A JD from an ABA-accredited law school and good standing with a state Bar. Admission to the Bar of the office location or eligibility for timely admission is required.

This role provides a unique chance to work with top-tier clients on transformative deals in a supportive and collegial environment. The firm values creativity, intellectual curiosity, and a commitment to excellence, offering associates the opportunity to develop robust client-facing skills and build a long-term corporate law career.

• A highly competitive salary range of $240,000 - $350,000, commensurate with experience and aligned with market standards.
• Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plans, paid time off, paid holidays, and additional support programs such as adoption assistance and dependent care.
• A supportive environment that prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as personal and professional well-being.

This role is perfect for ambitious associates seeking a challenging and rewarding career in corporate law, with access to unparalleled resources and opportunities for growth.

Application Requirements:
Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a cover letter indicating their preferred office location, a resume, a law school transcript, and, if available, a list of representative transactions or a deal sheet.

Qualifications:

• JD from an ABA-approved law school
• 2-5 years of corporate transactional experience
• Strong interpersonal, writing, and communication skills
• Active member of the Bar in good standing
• Experience with venture capital financing, mergers, acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and general corporate counseling

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

• Join a growing, energetic, and collaborative team
• Handle high-level corporate transactions for prominent clients
• Opportunity to build a long-term corporate practice with strong client-facing relationships
• Competitive salary ($240,000$350,000) and benefits package