Senior Corporate Securities Attorney

Goodspeed Merrill•Englewood, CO

138d•$144,000 - $160,000•Onsite

About The Position

As our firm continues to grow and expand, we are looking for exceptional team members who want to be part of our success. Goodspeed Merrill (GM), a rapidly growing, full-service business law firm located in South Metro Denver’s Meridian Community, is seeking an experienced Senior Corporate Securities Attorney to join our Corporate practice group. This role focuses heavily on private securities offerings, private fund formation, and advising registered investment advisers (RIAs) and their principals.

Requirements

5+ years of securities law experience, including significant work with private securities offerings, venture capital financing, startup counseling, Regulation D, A, and S, and private fund formation.
Demonstrated experience advising RIAs, fund managers, or investment sponsors on securities and regulatory matters.
Strong background in preparing private placement memoranda and related disclosure documents.
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
Licensed to practice law in Colorado (or ability to obtain admission).
Knowledge of FINRA rules and familiarity with state securities laws.

Nice To Haves

Deep knowledge of private securities offerings (equity, debt, and convertible instruments), investor qualification, disclosure obligations, and SEC compliance.
Strong understanding of securities law, SEC regulations, and corporate governance, particularly as applied to privately held companies and investment advisers.
Ability to work independently while collaborating in a complex, fast-moving practice area.
Excellent drafting skills and sound judgment in selecting practical legal strategies.
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage competing priorities.
Proven leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Business-development mindset and interest in a long-term role within a growing firm.
A client-first mindset and willingness to step in as client needs dictate.
A culture of high performance that still values enjoyment of the work and the people.
Flexibility in how we operate as a growing, entrepreneurial law firm.
A team-oriented environment with a “no task too small” attitude.

Responsibilities

Deliver practical, business-focused guidance on U.S. federal and state securities compliance for domestic and foreign issuers, with a strong emphasis on private placements and exemptions from SEC registration.
Advise registered investment advisers (RIAs) on securities, regulatory, compliance, disclosure, and governance matters, including coordination with fund formation and offering activities.
Draft and oversee private offering materials, subscription documents, operating agreements, and related regulatory compliance.
Identify securities compliance and governance issues and provide clear, practical solutions for privately held companies and investment sponsors.
Monitor regulatory changes and develop internal securities compliance policies and client-facing training programs.
Manage multiple client relationships and collaborate with accountants, investment professionals, and other advisors.
Mentor junior attorneys and legal staff.

Benefits

Medical Insurance (Employer pays 75% employee only)
Dental Insurance (Employer pays 50% employee only)
Vision Insurance (Employer pays 50% employee only)
Life Insurance (Employer pays 100% employee only)
Short-term Disability Insurance (Employer pays 100% employee only)
Long-term Disability Insurance (Employer pays 100% employee only)
Attorney Student Loan Support Program (financial assistance toward student loans)
401(k) plan - with Employer matching up to 3.5%
Discretionary Paid Time Off
Holiday pay (9 days / year)
State Bar dues and CLEs
Voluntary Critical Illness, Accident, Life, and Hospital Indemnity options.
Professional Growth - Opportunities for advancement in a growing firm.