Associate Attorney - Emerging Companies & Venture Capital (CA)

Position Overview:
BakerHostetler is seeking a mid- to senior-level associate (4-7 years of experience) to join its Emerging Companies and Venture Capital Group. The candidate would work with companies and investors in their capital raises and merger and acquisition transactions, as well as day-to-day corporate governance and finance issues. The candidate would work on a national team to help numerous companies and investors of all sizes and types, across many industry sectors.

Qualifications Include:
• Experience with emerging companies, private securities offerings and financing transactions, including corporate formation matters, preferred equity financings, SAFEs, convertible note and other similar capital raises
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions, strategic investments and other corporate transactions, including drafting and negotiating acquisition agreements, managing and closing transactions
• Knowledge of federal securities laws, rules and regulations and listing standards
• Experience assisting with maintaining governance policies and practices, including those related to committee charters, corporate governance, equity incentive grants and preparation of board materials and minutes
• Am Law 100 experience
• A strong academic record, having earned a JD from a nationally recognized and accredited school
• Must be admitted to practice law in the state of California

Ideal candidates will have demonstrated the following attributes:
• Exceptional communication and project management skills, as well as a solid understanding of business fundamentals
• Ability to manage a fast-paced, complex workload while maintaining priorities and anticipating issues
• The professional commitment and interpersonal skills necessary to succeed in a collaborative team environment

Location:
This position may be located in Los Angeles, Orange County, or San Francisco.

The expected annual salary range for this position is $285,000-370,000. The salary offered in any location will be determined by a wide range of factors, including, but not limited to, experience level, education/training, geographic region, and relevant skills. Associates also participate in a performance- and hours-based bonus program.

Application Submission Information:
If you have any questions about the position or process, please contact Recruiting Manager, Victoria Dao, at [email protected].

Note: Search firms must have or obtain an active agreement before the completion of the candidacy process.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Baker & Hostetler LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.