Corporate Associate Attorney

Nationwide Law Firm
- Arizona Office

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Salary: $155,000 - $190,000 per year

A bit about us:

Founded in 1965, the firm has long been dedicated to delivering outstanding client service through a collaborative, team-oriented culture. Its founding principles emphasize empowering individuals to bring their whole selves to their work, while fostering an environment that is intellectually stimulating, professionally rewarding, and supportive of growth. The firm offers competitive compensation and benefits, along with meaningful opportunities for training and career development.

As a nationally recognized law firm with offices in 21 cities, it is united by core values of exceptional client service, integrity and fairness, innovation, and a strong commitment to inclusiveness and diversity.

The firm is seeking an associate to join its Corporate Practice Group in the Scottsdale, Arizona office. This role is well suited for an attorney with an interest in corporate and business entities, securities law, mergers and acquisitions, venture-backed technology companies, and institutional investment, offering the opportunity to develop corporate expertise while working closely with experienced partners and sophisticated clients.

Why join us?

Medical, Dental, Vision
Flexible Spending Plan and or Health Savings Account
Fertility coverage assistance
Adoption and surrogacy financial assistance
Nine Paid Holidays per calendar year
Flexible paid vacation leave
1 hours of paid sick leave accrued for every 30 hours worked
Paid parental leave
Bereavement, jury duty, military leave
Profit-Sharing and 401(k) Retirement benefits
Discretionary bonuses
Technology Allowance

Job Details

RESPONSIBILITIES
Assist with complex institutional investments, including review and negotiation of private equity, venture capital, hedge fund, private credit and SBIC fund limited partnership agreements and related instruments on behalf of commercial banks and governmental pension plans
Assist with sell-side and buy-side middle market M&A transactions
Represent venture-backed technology companies in various industry verticals, including AI, quantum computing, and other cutting-edge technologies in connection with entity formation, equity compensation, seed and venture capital financings and strategic partnerships
Draft and negotiate complex commercial contracts, including organizational documents, partnership agreements, LLC operating agreements, equity compensation plans and intellectual property licensing
Conduct due diligence investigations of companies
Ensure adherence to federal and state securities laws

QUALIFICATIONS:

Skills and Abilities

Proficiency in drafting and negotiating a wide variety of corporate and other transaction documents
Knowledge of corporate and business entity laws
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to manage multiple matters and tasks simultaneously and to complete tasks efficiently, effectively, and in a timely manner
Ability to apply critical thinking and possess a high attention to detail
Strong organizational and analytical skills
Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and ability to work effectively under pressure
Ability and confidence to work independently while thriving in a collaborative, team environment

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience
Must be currently admitted to practice in Arizona with an active bar license in good standing or have an active bar license in good standing in another jurisdiction and be eligible to be admitted in Arizona on motion at applicant’s expense
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in corporations and other business entities, securities, and/or investments in a law firm or legal department preferred
Excellent academic record

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