Description:
Polsinelli is seeking a highly qualified and motivated mid-level associate to join our national Venture Capital & Emerging Growth Companies group. This role is open to our Dallas, Boston, and New York offices. Interested candidates should have excellent academic credentials, experience in a law firm or similar environment and superior writing, communication, and problem-solving skills.Candidates should have 3+ years of experience advising on sophisticated corporate and transactional matters, including venture and growth financings, corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, private equity, capital markets, and other complex corporate transactions, with meaningful exposure to emerging growth companies and venture capital.
This role supports a nationally recognized Venture & Growth Capital practice advising emerging companies, venture funds, and growth-stage investors, particularly in the technology, life sciences/biotech, and consumer products sectors. The associate will represent both companies and investors in venture and growth equity transactions, draft and negotiate NVCA-based and bespoke financing documents, advise on governance and capitalization matters, and collaborate with M&A, IP, tax, and regulatory teams on complex venture-backed transactions. Ideal candidates will bring strong drafting skills, sound business judgment, and the ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment; experience beyond traditional technology practices, especially life sciences, is welcomed.
Polsinelli is particularly interested in candidates who have the ambition, drive, and team-orientation to help grow and support our national practice. The ability to navigate complex subject matter quickly and effectively is required. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package with challenging work in a collegial environment.
Please submit a cover letter, resume, and law school transcript. JD and active bar admission in the jurisdiction in which the candidate intends to practice are required.
Compensation: Salary will range between $250,000 – $435,000, depending on experience. A discretionary bonus may also be available based on performance. This role is also eligible for the following firm benefits: medical Insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, voluntary insurance including vision, 401(k) plan and paid time off.
