Junior  Corporate Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney to join a prestigious Am Law firm in San Francisco, CA.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney with 1-2 years of general corporate experience to join a nationally recognized corporate practice. The successful candidate will advise emerging growth companies and other public and private businesses on a broad range of corporate transactions, including venture financings, mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate matters.

Responsibilities

• Represent public and private companies in a variety of general corporate matters.

• Advise emerging growth and high-growth companies throughout all stages of their business lifecycle.

• Assist with venture capital and other financing transactions.

• Support mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic corporate transactions.

• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents and corporate governance materials.

• Conduct legal due diligence and manage key aspects of transactions from inception through closing.

• Collaborate with clients and attorneys on sophisticated corporate matters.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.

• Active membership in a U.S. state bar.

• 1-2 years of general corporate law experience.

• Experience representing public and private companies.

• Experience with venture financings, mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate matters.

• Experience at a national or international law firm is strongly preferred.

• Strong academic credentials and excellent drafting, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $225,000-$235,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) retirement plan

  • Paid time off

  • Annual bonus eligibility