Our client is seeking an associate with at least two years of relevant experience for a Reston, Virginia opportunity advising emerging growth companies and the institutional investors that back them. The practice offers hands-on involvement in venture financings, M&A, and ongoing corporate counseling, with responsibility shaped by experience level.
The Work
- Represent both issuers and institutional investors in venture capital financings, helping manage transactions from preparation through closing.
- Support M&A transactions and coordinate the legal work required to move complex deals from inception to resolution.
- Advise emerging growth companies on a range of day-to-day corporate matters and respond to client questions with practical, timely guidance.
- Conduct legal research and analysis, then translate findings into clear transaction documents, contracts, correspondence, and related work product.
- Maintain client relationships through regular updates, responsive communication, and attention to client concerns.
- Collaborate with lawyers and business professionals on transaction strategies, negotiations, and other client matters.
What You Bring
- At least two years of Emerging Growth or Venture Capital experience; candidates in the 2–4 year range are of particular interest.
- Experience representing both institutional investors and issuers in venture capital financings.
- Experience with M&A transactions and advising emerging growth companies on day-to-day corporate matters.
- Strong drafting, research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities, with close attention to detail.
- Sound business and professional judgment, effective written and verbal communication, and strong organizational skills.
- Ability to manage competing demands, meet deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively.
- JD from an accredited law school and admission to practice in the state of the office.
- Experience at an AmLaw 100 firm is preferred.
Why Consider It
Build a practice spanning both company-side and investor-side venture financings, M&A, and continuing corporate advice to emerging growth businesses.
The role offers transaction responsibility and direct client interaction calibrated to experience, within a collaborative platform that supports ongoing legal, technology, management, and leadership development.
The firm also supports pro bono participation and provides medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k), and a hybrid arrangement with regular office presence and some work-from-home flexibility.
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.