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Mid-to-Senior Level Corporate Associate

  • Job
    Full-time
    Mid Level
  • San Francisco, +2
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AI generated summary

  • You should have 3+ years in corporate law, experience with tech/life sciences, strong credentials, and be barred in the relevant state or eligible for the next bar exam.
  • You will represent startups and emerging companies in corporate law, focusing on venture capital and technology/life sciences, while leveraging excellent communication and analytical skills.

Requirements

  • - We are seeking mid-to senior level corporate associates with at least three (3+) years of experience in a sophisticated corporate law practice with a focus on startup, venture capital, and emerging company representation, for any our Bay Area (Mountain View or San Francisco), Seattle, Santa Monica, New York or Washington D.C. offices.
  • - Experience with, or affinity for, technology and/or life sciences companies is required.
  • - Superior academic credentials and excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills are required.
  • - In-house candidates are welcome to apply, provided they have previous law firm experience.
  • - Out-of-state candidates are welcome to apply.
  • - Candidate must be barred in the state of the office they are submitting their application for or are eligible to sit/waive into the next bar exam.
  • - To apply, please complete our online application and include a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript.
  • - Agency recruiters: please submit separately via your agency's Workday portal.
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Responsibilities

  • - Seeking mid-to senior level corporate associates with at least three (3+) years of experience in a sophisticated corporate law practice
  • - Focus on startup, venture capital, and emerging company representation
  • - Experience with, or affinity for, technology and/or life sciences companies required
  • - Superior academic credentials and excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills required
  • - Must be barred in the state of the office they are submitting their application for or are eligible to sit/waive into the next bar exam
  • - Complete online application and include a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript
  • - Agency recruiters: please submit separately via your agency's Workday portal.

FAQs

What levels of experience are you looking for in a candidate?

We are seeking mid-to-senior level corporate associates with at least three (3+) years of experience in a sophisticated corporate law practice.

What specific areas of law should candidates be experienced in?

Candidates should have a focus on startup, venture capital, and emerging company representation.

Is experience with technology and life sciences companies required?

Yes, experience with, or an affinity for, technology and/or life sciences companies is required.

Can in-house candidates apply for this position?

Yes, in-house candidates are welcome to apply, provided they have previous law firm experience.

Are out-of-state candidates eligible to apply?

Yes, out-of-state candidates are welcome to apply.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Superior academic credentials and excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills are required.

What are the bar admission requirements for this position?

Candidates must be barred in the state of the office they are submitting their application for or are eligible to sit/waive into the next bar exam.

How do I apply for this position?

To apply, please complete our online application and include a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript.

What is the compensation range for this position?

The anticipated range for this position is $260,000 - $390,000.

Is there a possibility of receiving a bonus?

Yes, a discretionary bonus for eligible employees may be available based on performance.

What benefits does Fenwick offer to its employees?

Fenwick offers a comprehensive benefit program, including Healthcare, Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Wellbeing programs to support physical, emotional, and financial health.

Providing legal services to the world's most innovative technology and life sciences companies.

Law
Industry
501-1000
Employees
1972
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Fenwick is a leading law firm, purpose-built to guide visionary tech and life sciences companies and their investors through every stage of growth, from startups securing their first round of funding to leading publicly-traded global enterprises. As one of Silicon Valley’s original legal practices, today we have over 500 lawyers, patent agents, engineers and scientists serving clients from seven offices located in innovation hubs across the United States and China. Named 2023 Life Sciences Practice Group of the Year by Law360, we are consistently ranked a Chambers first-tier firm for delivering the deep experience and technical skill that help innovators at the forefront of their industries redefine what’s possible.