ECVC Attorney

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Job Overview

A distinguished national law firm is seeking an experienced Principal Attorney with a strong background in Emerging Companies and Venture Capital (ECVC) transactions. This role offers the opportunity to counsel early-stage and emerging brands, lead sophisticated financing transactions, and collaborate with a talented, bi-coastal team across multiple offices. The ideal candidate will bring extensive corporate governance experience, a partial portable book of business, and the drive to grow within a dynamic business group.

Location

• Seattle, WA

Duties

• Provide corporate governance and day-to-day counseling to early-stage and emerging companies

• Lead capital raise transactions, including private offerings, debt, and equity financing

• Represent clients in deals involving friends and family investments, angel investors, venture capital funds, syndicates, and traditional banking institutions

• Advise on public company matters, securities compliance, capital markets transactions, and M&A (preferred)

• Collaborate across practice areas, working with attorneys from all six offices

• Build and expand client relationships using a full-service bi-coastal platform

• Participate in firm-wide initiatives promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion

• Engage in pro bono work and public service matters (optional but encouraged)

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience handling ECVC and corporate governance matters

• Demonstrated success in representing early-stage brands and companies in financing transactions

• Partial portable book of business required

• Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously

• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Strong communication and client-service orientation

• Ability to work independently or collaboratively with a diverse legal team

• Commitment to responsive and professional client service

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications

• Admission to the bar and active license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

Skills

• Expertise in private offerings, venture capital financings, debt/equity transactions

• Knowledge of public company matters, securities compliance, and M&A (preferred)

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and counseling skills

• Strong attention to detail with superior organizational abilities

• Proficiency in managing client relationships and growing a practice

Benefits

• Annual bonus opportunities

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions

• Disability and life insurance

• Parental leave

• Commuter allowance

• Billable hour credit for approved Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Pro Bono work

• Opportunities for professional development and mentorship

• Supportive, collaborative firm culture

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