30 March 2026
Key requirements
3-6 years of associate experience At least three years of substantial experience working with early-stage and growth-stage companies Experience in the corporate department of a national or international law firm Strong academic record from a nationally recognized law school
TrendsThe role
Cooley is seeking 3rd-6th year associates to join its private companies team. This role is for experienced associates with at least three years of experience advising early-stage and growth-stage companies on general corporate matters, including venture capital financings and liquidity events.
What you'll do
- Advise disruptive companies and the investors who fund them
- Counsel venture-backed companies on general corporate matters throughout their growth cycle
- Work on venture capital financings
- Work on liquidity events
- Build and run a practice
- Participate in speaking engagements
- Contribute to the development of Cooley’s private companies platform
What we're looking for
3-6 years of associate experience
At least three years of substantial experience working with early-stage and growth-stage companies
Experience in the corporate department of a national or international law firm
Strong academic record from a nationally recognized law school
Deep experience counseling venture-backed companies on general corporate matters throughout their growth cycle, including venture capital financings and liquidity events
Benefits
Medical insurance
Health savings account
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Health flexible spending account
Dependent care flexible spending account
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Life insurance
AD&D insurance
Long-term care coverage
Backup care for children and/or adults
Other parental support benefits
Firm-paid AD&D insurance
Firm-paid LTD
Short term medical benefits
Vacation time accrual at the rate of four weeks per year
Sick time accrual at the rate of two weeks per year
10 paid holidays each year
Generous parental leave
Fertility benefits
Hiring contacts
JR
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