Corporate & Securities Associate, Emerging Companies & Venture Capital Attorney
Associate · 3–5 YearsView Role
Corporate Associate, M&A & Emerging Companies
Location: Washington, DC
Salary: $235K – $310K
Experience: 2–4 Years
An elite law firm is seeking a Corporate Associate (2–4 years PQE) to join its Corporate & Securities team, based in Washington, DC or Northern Virginia. This opportunity offers high-level exposure to M&A transactions, emerging companies, and venture capital (ECVC) financings, working across technology, healthcare, financial services, and communications industries.
About the Practice
The team is widely recognized for excellence in M&A (Top 20 global advisor, 800+ deals totaling $450B in the past five years) and venture capital (Top 6 globally for VC financings and investor representation). Associates gain hands-on experience with startups, growth companies, funds, and strategic investors, spanning the full corporate lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Advise on M&A transactions, venture financings, and general corporate governance
- Draft and negotiate merger agreements, purchase agreements, financing documents, and ancillary contracts
- Support high-growth companies from startup through IPO or exit
- Lead due diligence and coordinate with clients, partners, and specialist teams on complex transactions
Who You Are
- 2–4 years’ experience in corporate transactional work (M&A, VC, or general corporate) at a leading firm
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and project management skills
- J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school; admitted (or eligible) in DC or Virginia
- Highly motivated, detail-oriented, and collaborative, with strong client service skills
Compensation & Benefits
Comprehensive benefits including health, vision, dental, retirement plans, and parental leave
Structured career development with significant client-facing responsibility
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Posted 18 Sep 2025 by Freddie Stroud, Director · Corporate & Real Estate
Salary:
$235K – $310K
Location:
D.C.
Discipline:
Corporate & M&A
Job Code:
Corporate Associate – M&A & Emerging Companies
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