Corporate Associate Attorney Capital Markets & Public Companies

CORPORATE ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - CAPITAL MARKETS & PUBLIC COMPANIES
Locations: Silicon Valley, CA San Francisco, CA Santa Monica, CA Washington, D.C. New York, NY Seattle, WA

Are you an experienced corporate attorney looking to work with high-growth public companies and leading investment banks?

Our client, a prominent AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a mid-level Corporate Associate Attorney to join its Capital Markets & Public Companies Practice Group in Silicon Valley , San Francisco , Santa Monica , Seattle , New York , or Washington, D.C. This is a unique opportunity to work on sophisticated transactions, advising some of the most innovative companies in the technology and life sciences industries.

Candidate Profile:

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JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.

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Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction , or eligibility to sit for/waive into the next bar exam (link removed)>

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3+ years of substantive experience advising public companies or investment banks on capital markets transactions and SEC compliance (link removed)>

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Experience representing issuers or underwriters in IPOs , SPACs , direct listings , and follow-on offerings (link removed)>

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Deep knowledge of SEC regulations , corporate governance , public company disclosure obligations , and stock exchange compliance (link removed)>

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Strong interest or prior experience working with technology and life sciences companies (link removed)>

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Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Key Responsibilities:

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Advise public companies on SEC compliance , disclosure requirements , governance best practices , and stock exchange matters (link removed)>

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Represent issuers and investment banks in capital markets transactions , including IPOs, SPACs, direct listings, and follow-on offerings.

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Counsel boards of directors and executive teams on corporate governance , shareholder activism , and strategic transactions (link removed)>

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Draft and negotiate registration statements , offering memoranda , underwriting agreements , and related securities law filings (link removed)>

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Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including tax, litigation, and executive compensation attorneys, to provide strategic counsel.

Why Join Us?
This is an opportunity to be part of a premier capital markets practice, working with market-leading companies and top investment banks on transformative transactions. The firm's practice has regularly appeared in the highest tiers of Chambers USA , Vault Law 100 , and Global 200 rankings, as well as the top 15 list in The American Lawyers Diversity Scorecard (link removed)>

Fostering a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture, providing associates with hands-on experience, direct client engagement, and significant career development opportunities is a priority to the firm. Attorneys are encouraged to take ownership of their work, develop specialized expertise, and grow within a nationally recognized corporate practice. With a strong commitment to mentorship, professional growth, and a dynamic work environment, this is an excellent platform for attorneys looking to develop their expertise.

The firm offers highly competitive compensation , with salaries ranging from $260,000 to $390,000 , commensurate with experience, along with opportunities to earn discretionary performance-based bonuses (link removed) A comprehensive benefits package including healthcare, retirement plans, paid time off, and professional development resourcesensures that attorneys have the support they need to excel.

Application Requirements:
Ready to take the next step in your career? Submit your resume , cover letter including your preferred office location , and law school transcript today.