Emerging Companies + Venture Capital Associate Attorney (Mid-Level)

Morrison & Foerster, LLP • San Diego, CA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Morrison Foerster’s Emerging Companies + Venture Capital practice is consistently ranked among the top global ECVC practices and partners with high-growth startups and leading investors to deliver strategic, end-to-end counsel from formation through exit in the world’s most dynamic innovation ecosystems—while offering associates the opportunity to work on high-value, high-profile matters at the forefront of the evolving ECVC landscape. MoFo is a destination law firm for talented, ambitious attorneys who value collaboration, teamwork, and commitment to excellence. We are known around the world not only for delivering innovative yet practical client service but also for serving as an incubator for our top-notch talent. MoFo consistently receives top-tier rankings from leading directories and publications, speaking to our legal capabilities, dedication to creating an inclusive workplace, and commitment to our communities.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of significant experience in emerging companies and venture capital work.
• Experienced with start-ups and emerging growth companies, including seed and venture capital financings and public offerings.
• Experience with venture financings using NVCA documents while working in a premier corporate practice.
• Some experience with domestic M+A transactions particularly for startup companies and investors.
• Proactive, with a strong business sense.
• Involved with, or have an affinity for, technology, life sciences, and/or CPG businesses.
• Ability to concisely and effectively communicate complex matters in oral and written form.
• Entrepreneurial, innovative, and forward thinking.
• Excellent business and legal problem-solving skills and judgement.
• Strong work ethic, team player attitude.
• Admitted to the state bar in which you are practicing or eligible to waive in.

Responsibilities

• Manage internal and external client and counsel relationships.
• Deliver excellent client service.
• Take ownership of careers and transactions, with an interest in taking on increased levels of responsibility.
• Work on high-value, high-profile matters at the forefront of the evolving ECVC landscape.
• Provide strategic, end-to-end counsel from formation through exit.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage.
• Industry-leading parental leave and family benefits including adoption and fertility treatment options, backup child and elder care.
• Tax free health accounts: HSA and FSA.
• 401(k) or Roth 401(k) plans.
• Global wellness program, including free access to health care advocates, Employee Assistance Program, Talkspace, and Calm apps.
• Flex Time Away and reduced schedule arrangements.
• Paid annual fees for primary state bar registration, and up to two professional associations.
• Dedicated in-house pro bono counsel to assist with identifying pro bono organizations and matters to work with.
• Matching gift programs for law school and charitable organization donations.

What This Job Offers

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