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Associate - Public Company Capital Markets

Advocates Legal Recruiting
San Francisco, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 7/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/30/2026

Corporate Associate – Public Companies & Capital Markets
San Francisco | Palo Alto | Austin

Our AmLaw 100 client seeks a corporate associate with 2–5 years of public company and capital markets experience. This is a Chambers-ranked practice recognized nationally for its work in capital markets, life sciences, technology, venture capital, AI, and emerging growth companies.

Role Summary
Advise public companies on SEC reporting, disclosure requirements, Nasdaq/NYSE governance, and the practical, day-to-day challenges facing public issuers. Represent issuers and investment banks in transactions including IPOs, equity and debt offerings, PIPEs, and at-the-market deals. Experience with technology and/or life sciences companies is a strong plus.

Candidate Profile

  • 2–5 years in public company compliance and governance

  • Direct involvement in capital markets transactions

  • Tech or life sciences sector experience preferred

  • Skilled at navigating public company operational and regulatory issues

Why This Role
You’ll work with one of the largest public company client rosters in the country, advising on headline-making transactions, strategic acquisitions, and market-moving financings. The platform offers direct access to leading dealmakers, cross-office collaboration, and mentorship from attorneys consistently recognized by industry rankings. The firm invests heavily in professional development, with structured training, business development resources, and secondment opportunities. It is known for its integration of technology in practice, sector-specific depth, and its ability to advise clients from early growth through global market leadership.

Compensation & Benefits
Salary range $235,000 – $365,000 plus discretionary merit bonuses. Benefits include wellness reimbursements, family-building benefits, paid parental leave, extensive caregiver resources, firm-paid CLE and bar dues, and a full suite of healthcare and retirement plans.

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Salary : $235,000 - $365,000

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