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Pernini Legal, LLC

Private Equity Venture Debt - Sr. Attorney (DC)

Pernini Legal, LLC, Washington, District Of Columbia, United States, 56972

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PRIVATE EQUITY SR. ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

VENTURE CAPITAL DEBT PRACTICE

Location: Washington, DC

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Our client, a premier

AmLaw 50

firm, is seeking a skilled

Senior

Associate Attorney

to join its

Venture Capital Debt practice

within the broader

Debt Finance group (link removed) This is a unique opportunity to advise on high-impact financing transactions for some of the most innovative emerging growth companies and their investors, while collaborating across top-tier corporate, M&A, and venture capital teams in a dynamic, tech-forward environment.



Candidate Profile

JD

from a

top-tier law school

with a

strong academic record.

Active Bar Admission

in the

District of Columbia,

in good standing, or eligibility to obtain admission promptly.

6+ years

of substantive experience representing

early- and late-stage companies ,

borrowers , or

their investors

in

venture debt ,

growth capital , and similar

financing transactions (link removed)> Transactional Experience: Strong background in

negotiating and drafting loan agreements

and

related credit documents , with a deep understanding of

venture capital and emerging growth financing structures (link removed)> Familiarity with using

AI tools

to support

document preparation ,

term sheet markups , and

credit agreement analysis (link removed)> Prior experience at an

AmLaw 100 or similarly sophisticated firm preferred (link removed)> Soft Skills: Excellent legal drafting, deal execution, and client communication abilities, with a high level of attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple matters efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Advise borrowers and their investors on

venture debt ,

growth capital , and similar

financing structures

across the

startup and emerging growth ecosystem (link removed)> Draft, review, and negotiate

loan agreements, collateral documents, closing deliverables, and related credit documents.

Support deal execution across

all stages of the transaction , from structuring through closing.

Contribute to

internal form development

and

implementation of AI - assisted tools

to improve process efficiency and document automation.

Collaborate with attorneys across the firms corporate, M&A, life sciences, and venture capital practices to deliver seamless, strategic client solutions.

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to join a well-respected Venture Capital Debt practice within a prestigious law firm. Youll work with pioneering companies and leading investors

at the forefront of innovation , gaining deep experience in

cutting-edge financing deals (link removed) The firms commitment to legal tech, including AI-enabled platforms, ensures that youll be practicing at the leading edge of efficiency and sophistication. This is a collaborative team of exceptional attorneys who are deeply invested in your development and success. The firms culture prioritizes mentorship, innovation, and long-term career growth, offering the resources of a

global platform

with the feel of a close-knit team.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Compensation:

Annual base salary is expected to start at

$390,000+ , depending on experience, qualifications, and market factors.

Comprehensive Benefits:

Includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; paid maternal and paternal leave; generous vacation and time off; wellness initiatives; and commuter benefits.

Additional Perks : Include pet insurance, tuition reimbursement, FSA/HSA accounts, Dependent Care FSA, long term care, Health Advocate, a range of reproductive health benefits, and a concierge program, among others.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a

resume ,

law school transcript , and

cover letter

for consideration.

Our client is an

Equal Opportunity Employer (link removed)>

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