Direct Counsel
Corporate Attorney (Emerging Companies & Venture Capital)
Direct Counsel, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Corporate Attorney (Emerging Companies & Venture Capital)
Corporate Attorney (Emerging Companies & Venture Capital)
2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by Direct Counsel. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$150,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Direct Counsel Human Resources Leader | Elevating People, Processes & Culture | Passionate About Diversity, Inclusion & Transforming Employee Journeys | Talent…
Mid-Level Corporate Associate - Emerging Companies & Venture Capital Direct Counsel is seeking a mid-level Corporate Associate to join a well-regarded firm with a strong corporate practice. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of experience advising companies and investors in emerging companies and venture capital transactions, as well as a solid foundation in general corporate and M&A matters. Key Responsibilities: Advise startup and growth-stage companies on corporate formation, governance, and capitalization. Lead venture financing transactions, including convertible notes, SAFEs, Series Seed, and Series A/B equity financings. Draft, review, and negotiate stock purchase agreements, commercial contracts, and licensing agreements. Manage M&A transactions from initial structuring through closing, including strategic and private equity-backed deals. Provide direct client communication and serve as point-of-contact for founder and investor clients. Mentor junior associates and oversee deal management responsibilities. Qualifications: JD from an accredited law school, admitted to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (Washington admission or eligibility for reciprocity preferred). 4-6 years of law firm experience with a focus on emerging companies, venture capital, and M&A transactions. Strong drafting, negotiation, and organizational skills with the ability to run transactions independently. Prior large law firm training a plus; boutique or mid-sized firm experience with hands-on client exposure also valued. Compensation: Competitive compensation in the range of
$150,000 - $200,000 , commensurate with experience, plus benefits. Seniority level
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Corporate Attorney (Emerging Companies & Venture Capital)
2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. This range is provided by Direct Counsel. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$150,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr Direct message the job poster from Direct Counsel Human Resources Leader | Elevating People, Processes & Culture | Passionate About Diversity, Inclusion & Transforming Employee Journeys | Talent…
Mid-Level Corporate Associate - Emerging Companies & Venture Capital Direct Counsel is seeking a mid-level Corporate Associate to join a well-regarded firm with a strong corporate practice. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of experience advising companies and investors in emerging companies and venture capital transactions, as well as a solid foundation in general corporate and M&A matters. Key Responsibilities: Advise startup and growth-stage companies on corporate formation, governance, and capitalization. Lead venture financing transactions, including convertible notes, SAFEs, Series Seed, and Series A/B equity financings. Draft, review, and negotiate stock purchase agreements, commercial contracts, and licensing agreements. Manage M&A transactions from initial structuring through closing, including strategic and private equity-backed deals. Provide direct client communication and serve as point-of-contact for founder and investor clients. Mentor junior associates and oversee deal management responsibilities. Qualifications: JD from an accredited law school, admitted to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (Washington admission or eligibility for reciprocity preferred). 4-6 years of law firm experience with a focus on emerging companies, venture capital, and M&A transactions. Strong drafting, negotiation, and organizational skills with the ability to run transactions independently. Prior large law firm training a plus; boutique or mid-sized firm experience with hands-on client exposure also valued. Compensation: Competitive compensation in the range of
$150,000 - $200,000 , commensurate with experience, plus benefits. Seniority level
Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Legal Industries Law Practice and Legal Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Direct Counsel by 2x Inferred from the description for this job
Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Disability insurance Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Lawyer” roles.
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