Description:
A Full-Service Law Firm in Seattle, WA seeks a Corporate Finance attorney focused on startup companies and venture capital. Candidates must be self-motivated individuals who want to provide the highest quality service and welcome the opportunity to interact directly with clients.We seek a dynamic and experienced attorney with a strong background in advising startup companies, emerging growth ventures, and venture capital investors who want to join our cohesive and collaborative practice group.
Skills Needed to be Effective In this Role:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
- Admission to the WA state bar and in good standing
- Proficiency with NVCA model documents, Y Combinator SAFE templates, and Carta platforms.
- Knowledge of corporate and securities laws (including the '33 and '34 Acts, and Rule 701).
- Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Strong client service orientation and ability to manage multiple clients and transactions simultaneously.
Key Responsibilities:
- Entity Formation & Governance:
- Advise founders and startups on legal structuring, incorporations (primarily Delaware), and governance best practices.
- Draft and negotiate shareholder agreements, operating agreements, and founder stock arrangements.
- Venture Capital Financings:
- Represent startups or investors in seed, Series A, and later-stage equity and convertible instrument financings (SAFEs, convertible notes).
- Prepare and negotiate term sheets, stock purchase agreements, voting agreements, rights of first refusal, and related financing documents.
- Manage Blue Sky compliance and Form D filings under Regulation D.
- Securities Law & Compliance:
- Counsel clients on securities law compliance, including exemptions under the Securities Act of 1933.
- Support periodic reporting requirements for companies undergoing equity crowdfunding (Reg CF), Reg A+, or Rule 506(b)/(c) offerings.
- M&A and Exit Transactions:
- Support acquisitions, secondary sales, and restructuring transactions.
- Conduct legal due diligence and draft key transaction documents.
- General Counsel Services:
- Serve as outside general counsel to startup clients, advising on commercial contracts, cap tables, equity compensation (409A), and day-to-day legal matters.
