Attorney, Corporate & Startup Law

Shepherd • San Francisco, CA

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About The Position

We're seeking our second attorney to join our founding team. This isn’t just a job- it’s a chance to help build and shape the future of legal services from the ground up. You’ll work directly with our founding attorney, collaborate on strategic decisions, and play a critical role in defining how we serve our clients and scale the practice. As an early member of the team, you’ll have meaningful ownership over both client outcomes and the systems, workflows, and standards that power the firm. This is a rare opportunity to combine high-quality legal work with building a modern, AI-native legal platform designed specifically for startups.

Requirements

• 8+ years of corporate law experience
• Proven track record advising startups and leading venture financings
• Strong understanding of corporate governance and compliance
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills
• Tech-savvy and comfortable working with AI-powered tools

Nice To Haves

• Experience with IP strategy and protection & Fundraising
• Prior in-house experience at a startup or growth-stage company
• Familiarity with AI and legal technology platforms

Responsibilities

• Advise startups and growth companies on corporate law matters, including entity formation, governance, and compliance
• Structure and negotiate venture capital financings, SAFEs, convertible notes, and other funding instruments
• Develop and implement IP strategies to protect client innovations
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements, employment contracts, and vendor agreements
• Ensure corporate compliance across multiple jurisdictions
• Collaborate on building efficient, AI-enhanced legal workflows
• Help shape firm culture, processes, and client service standards
• Contribute to thought leadership and business development efforts

Benefits

• Competitive compensation: $145,000 – $160,000 base salary
• Meaningful equity: Early-stage ownership with significant upside
• Direct impact: Shape the firm’s direction, culture, and service model
• Cutting-edge tools: Work with AI-powered legal technology from day one
• Professional growth: Build your practice while helping build the firm
• Mission-driven work: Help democratize access to high-quality legal services for startups

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed