Capital Markets / Public Company Associate (Multi-Office) at DLA Piper

The role

DLA Piper is seeking a Capital Markets / Public Company Associate with 4+ years of experience to join their Securities practice. This role will support the national capital markets and public company advisory practice, focusing on public company reporting, compliance, corporate governance, and capital markets transactions. The position is open to attorneys in New York, Reston, or San Diego.

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 memos, contracts, and correspondence
Assist/Manage a variety of complex transactions from inception to resolution including preparing for trials, negotiations, settlements, closings, and other legal activities while continuously demonstrating strong judgement
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 transaction strategies to achieve the most favorable outcomes for internal and external clients
Attend, support, and participate in high-level legal activities including client calls and meetings, negotiations, 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; pro bono work by providing legal assistance to underserved and underrepresented communities

What we're looking for

JD degree from an accredited law school

Admitted to practice in the state in which you are officing

Minimum 4 years of public company and capital markets experience

Experience working with public companies, with their on-going periodic reporting

Strong knowledge of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Strong knowledge of Nasdaq and New York Stock Exchange listing and governance requirements

Experience working with issuers, underwriters and other financial intermediaries in structuring and executing innovative and complex securities offerings and providing disclosure advice

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

Experience working in a large firm is a plus· nice to have

Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 law firm experience preferred· nice to have

Benefits

Hybrid working — Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for work-from-home

Capital Markets / Public Company Associate (Multi-Office)

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