Pernini Legal, LLC
Private Equity Venture Debt - Sr. Attorney (DC)
Pernini Legal, LLC, Washington, District Of Columbia, United States, 56972
PRIVATE EQUITY SR. ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
VENTURE CAPITAL DEBT PRACTICE
Location: Washington, DC
Check out our job board for openings in other states!
HYBRID
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)>
#LI-DNP
VENTURE CAPITAL DEBT PRACTICE
Location: Washington, DC
Check out our job board for openings in other states!
HYBRID
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)>
#LI-DNP