12 hours ago
Emerging Growth & Venture Capital Associate (Chicago)
Compensation
$235,000 – $435,000
Key requirements
JD degree from an accredited law school Admitted to practice in the state in which they are officing 2+ years of Emerging Growth/Venture Capital experience Experience representing both institutional investors and issuers in venture capital financings
TrendsThe role
DLA Piper is seeking an Emerging Growth & Venture Capital Associate with 2+ years of PQE to join its Chicago office. This role focuses on representing emerging growth companies and institutional investors in venture capital financings, M&A transactions, and advising on corporate matters.
What you'll do
- Conduct thorough and comprehensive legal research and analysis to support transaction preparation and strategy
- Draft well-written, error free, and reasoned legal documents, including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence
- Manage a variety of complex transactions from inception to resolution including preparing for trials, negotiations, settlements, closings, and other legal activities
- Build, maintain, and cultivate strong internal and external client relationships by providing support, regular updates, advice, and addressing concerns promptly and with the utmost professionalism
- Work collaboratively with other lawyers and business professionals to support and develop innovative case/transaction strategies
- Attend, support, and participate in high-level legal activities including court hearings, depositions, negotiations, trials, etc
- Ensure rigorous compliance with legal standards and regulations, staying abreast of changes in law and legal precedents
- Proactively seek out and participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your legal knowledge, practice technology, management, and leadership skills
- Engage in and contribute to firm programs and initiatives, civic and professional organizations, and pro bono work
What we're looking for
JD degree from an accredited law school
Admitted to practice in the state in which they are officing
2+ years of Emerging Growth/Venture Capital experience
Experience representing both institutional investors and issuers in venture capital financings
Experience with M&A transactions
Experience advising emerging growth companies on a variety of day-to-day corporate matters
Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills
Attention to detail
Good business and professional judgment
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to work collaboratively and independently
Conceptual thinking
Persuasive communication
Management skills
Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 firm experience preferred· nice to have
Benefits
Hybrid - Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for work-from-home
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Emerging Growth & Venture Capital Associate (Chicago)
DLA Piper · Chicago · $235,000 – $435,000
Chicago · $235,000 – $435,000