Closing Date: 18th June, 2028

Description:

Emerging Companies & Venture Capital Associate - Junior–Midlevel – San Francisco

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is seeking a junior to midlevel associate to join our Emerging Companies & Venture Capital (ECVC) practice in San Francisco. This associate will work closely with partners in the corporate group to support a growing practice representing emerging companies, founders, and venture capital investors.

This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated transactions for innovative companies across the technology and startup ecosystem while developing strong client relationships and gaining meaningful responsibility on deal teams.

Responsibilities:

Advise emerging growth companies and founders on corporate governance, entity formation, and day‑to‑day legal matters throughout the company lifecycle
Support venture capital financings, including seed, Series A, and later‑stage equity financings
Represent venture capital funds and other investors in venture investments
Assist with strategic transactions involving emerging companies, including mergers, acquisitions, and secondary transactions
Draft and negotiate transaction documents, including financing documents, governance materials, and investor rights agreements
Work closely with founders and management teams on strategic and operational matters
Collaborate with attorneys across the firm in areas such as technology transactions, privacy and security, and other corporate specialties

Qualifications:

2–4 years of experience in emerging companies, venture capital, or corporate transactional work at a law firm
Experience with venture financings, startup formation, and general corporate matters preferred
Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment
Interest in working with technology companies, founders, and venture investors
J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the California Ba