Emerging Companies & Venture Capital (ECVC) Associate

Location: [New York / Silicon Valley / San Francisco / Boston / Austin / Other Major Market]
Practice Group: Corporate / Emerging Companies & Venture Capital
Class Level: Junior to Mid-Level Associate (2–5 years)

Position Overview

A leading AmLaw-ranked law firm is seeking a talented ECVC Associate to join its Emerging Companies & Venture Capital practice. This role offers the opportunity to work with high-growth startups, founders, and venture capital investors across all stages of the company lifecycle—from formation through financing, scaling, and exit.

The ideal candidate will have strong corporate transactional experience, a practical business mindset, and an interest in advising innovative companies and investment funds in fast-paced, technology-driven environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent emerging growth companies in entity formation, governance, and day-to-day corporate matters

• Advise startups and founders on early- and growth-stage financings, including seed, Series A–D, and bridge rounds

• Represent venture capital and strategic investors in equity and debt financings

• Draft and negotiate financing documents, including stock purchase agreements, investors’ rights agreements, voting agreements, and SAFEs/convertible notes

• Counsel clients on cap table management, equity incentive plans, and founder compensation matters

• Support M&A transactions, exits, and strategic partnerships involving venture-backed companies

• Coordinate with tax, IP, employment, and regulatory teams as part of integrated deal teams

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school

• Admission to practice in the relevant jurisdiction (or eligibility to waive in)

• 2–5 years of corporate transactional experience, preferably with ECVC, startup, or venture capital matters

• Experience with venture financings and emerging company work strongly preferred

• Familiarity with Delaware corporate law and venture market norms

• Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills

• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously

• Entrepreneurial mindset and interest in innovation, technology, and venture-backed businesses

Why Join

• Premier ECVC platform with market-leading startup and VC clients

• Early responsibility and direct client interaction

• Exposure to cutting-edge industries and innovative business models

• Collaborative, growth-oriented BigLaw environment

• Competitive BigLaw compensation and comprehensive benefits

• Clear path for professional development within a top corporate practice