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Emerging Companies & Venture Capital Associate - Junior–Midlevel – Portland
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is seeking a junior to midlevel associate to join our Emerging Companies & Venture Capital (ECVC) practice in Portland. This associate will work closely with partners in the corporate group to support a growing practice representing emerging companies, founders, and venture capital investors.
This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated transactions for innovative companies across the technology and startup ecosystem while developing strong client relationships and gaining meaningful responsibility on deal teams.
Responsibilities
Our ECVC practice advises innovative companies and investors at every stage of growth. Associates work closely with partners and clients, gaining hands‑on experience with venture financings and emerging company matters while building relationships across the startup and venture ecosystem. The group emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and early responsibility as associates develop their practices.
Join Us!
If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and be part of a firm where your contributions are recognized and valued, please submit your cover letter addressed to Beka Anardi, Senior Recruiter; resume; copy of law school transcript; and a writing sample.
We are accepting third party submissions.
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. It brings out the best of what each individual has to offer and inspires us to build strong and lasting connections with each other, our clients, and our communities.
We are committed to creating and cultivating a diverse workforce and inclusive environment where every employee has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to hire, promote, transfer, terminate, and make all employment-related decisions without regard to an employee’s sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religious creed, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, military condition, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal laws.
Davis Wright Tremaine provides reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees who need reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their positions due to a disability or for religious reasons. If you need to request accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email humanresources@dwt.com .
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: The annualized salary range for this position is $210,000 to $265,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate’s education, training, experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.
Core Benefits: Full-time employees may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance (with an optional Health Savings Account), dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, and disability.
Paid Time Off (PTO): Full-time employees receive sick leave benefits in accordance with the appropriate state Sick & Safe Leave Policy . Attorneys generally take approximately three weeks of vacation annually, though the exact amount may vary depending on client and firm needs. The firm also provides 11 paid holidays each year.
Additional Programs: Employees may participate in 401(k) retirement planning, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Available voluntary benefits include accident, life, disability, long-term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and transit programs are also available. Full-time employees may also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is seeking a junior to midlevel associate to join our Emerging Companies & Venture Capital (ECVC) practice in Portland. This associate will work closely with partners in the corporate group to support a growing practice representing emerging companies, founders, and venture capital investors.
This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated transactions for innovative companies across the technology and startup ecosystem while developing strong client relationships and gaining meaningful responsibility on deal teams.
Responsibilities
- Advise emerging growth companies and founders on corporate governance, entity formation, and day‑to‑day legal matters throughout the company lifecycle
- Support venture capital financings, including seed, Series A, and later‑stage equity financings
- Represent venture capital funds and other investors in venture investments
- Assist with strategic transactions involving emerging companies, including mergers, acquisitions, and secondary transactions
- Draft and negotiate transaction documents, including financing documents, governance materials, and investor rights agreements
- Work closely with founders and management teams on strategic and operational matters
- Collaborate with attorneys across the firm in areas such as technology transactions, privacy and security, and other corporate specialties
- 2–4 years of experience in emerging companies, venture capital, or corporate transactional work at a law firm
- Experience with venture financings, startup formation, and general corporate matters preferred
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment
- Interest in working with technology companies, founders, and venture investors
- J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the California Bar
Our ECVC practice advises innovative companies and investors at every stage of growth. Associates work closely with partners and clients, gaining hands‑on experience with venture financings and emerging company matters while building relationships across the startup and venture ecosystem. The group emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and early responsibility as associates develop their practices.
Join Us!
If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and be part of a firm where your contributions are recognized and valued, please submit your cover letter addressed to Beka Anardi, Senior Recruiter; resume; copy of law school transcript; and a writing sample.
We are accepting third party submissions.
Davis Wright Tremaine LLP embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. It brings out the best of what each individual has to offer and inspires us to build strong and lasting connections with each other, our clients, and our communities.
We are committed to creating and cultivating a diverse workforce and inclusive environment where every employee has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to hire, promote, transfer, terminate, and make all employment-related decisions without regard to an employee’s sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religious creed, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, military condition, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal laws.
Davis Wright Tremaine provides reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees who need reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their positions due to a disability or for religious reasons. If you need to request accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email humanresources@dwt.com .
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Range: The annualized salary range for this position is $210,000 to $265,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate’s education, training, experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.
Core Benefits: Full-time employees may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance (with an optional Health Savings Account), dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, and disability.
Paid Time Off (PTO): Full-time employees receive sick leave benefits in accordance with the appropriate state Sick & Safe Leave Policy . Attorneys generally take approximately three weeks of vacation annually, though the exact amount may vary depending on client and firm needs. The firm also provides 11 paid holidays each year.
Additional Programs: Employees may participate in 401(k) retirement planning, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Available voluntary benefits include accident, life, disability, long-term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and transit programs are also available. Full-time employees may also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
Salary : $210,000 - $265,000