Venture Capital Associate Attorney

Aligned Talent Acquisition • Chicago, IL

15h • Hybrid

About The Position

A highly respected national law firm is seeking a Venture Capital Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing emerging growth companies, venture capital funds, founders, investors, and private companies throughout the business lifecycle.

Requirements

• 3+ years of venture capital, emerging companies, private equity, or corporate transactional experience gained at a sophisticated law firm
• Experience representing emerging growth companies, startups, venture capital funds, founders, angel investors, and strategic investors
• Experience handling seed, Series A, Series B, and later-stage venture financings
• Experience drafting and negotiating stock purchase agreements, investor rights agreements, voting agreements, shareholders' agreements, SAFEs, convertible notes, and related financing documents
• Experience advising clients regarding entity formation, corporate governance, capitalization, equity incentive plans, and general corporate matters
• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to independently manage sophisticated transactions while maintaining significant client interaction
• Excellent academic credentials
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required
• Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Nice To Haves

• Experience with mergers & acquisitions, strategic transactions, and exits is preferred

Responsibilities

• Representing emerging growth companies, venture capital funds, founders, investors, and private companies throughout the business lifecycle.
• Handling seed, Series A, Series B, and later-stage venture financings.
• Drafting and negotiating stock purchase agreements, investor rights agreements, voting agreements, shareholders' agreements, SAFEs, convertible notes, and related financing documents.
• Advising clients regarding entity formation, corporate governance, capitalization, equity incentive plans, and general corporate matters.
• Managing sophisticated transactions while maintaining significant client interaction.

Benefits

• Sophisticated venture capital and emerging companies platform
• Opportunity to advise innovative startups, founders, and venture capital investors
• Exposure to venture financings, strategic transactions, and company growth from formation through exit
• Significant client interaction and responsibility
• Strong mentorship and professional development
• Collaborative AmLaw 200 environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree