1560 – Corporate Senior Associate (4-5 Years) – ECVC

WilmerHale is a leading, full-service international law firm with 1,000 lawyers located throughout 12 offices in the United States and Europe. Our lawyers work at the intersection of government, technology, and business and we have a steadfast commitment to quality and excellence in everything we do-a commitment reflected in the continued success of our clients across the globe.
We are committed to recruiting, retaining, developing and promoting the best legal talent. Accordingly, the total compensation package-base salary, bonus and benefits-for all lawyers at the firm is highly competitive with that of other major law firms.

Our Corporate practice is seeking associates with four to five years of post-JD experience in emerging companies and venture financing. The position is in our Palo Alto office.

Qualified candidates will have experience in the following areas:

• Experience advising clients on business formation, equity financings, mergers and acquisitions
• Advising emerging companies and startups through all stages of growth and financing.
• Work closely with venture capital firms on investments and portfolio company matters.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills including managing teams on transactions.
• Demonstrated experience training and mentoring junior associates.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor
• Attorney must be licensed to practice law and a member in good standing in in the state/jurisdiction in which the position is based.
• Successful candidates will have strong analytical skills and a willingness to positively contribute to a collaborative work environment.