Law Firm
Palo Alto, CA
Corporate - General Attorney / Corporate - M&A Attorney / Corporate - Venture Capital/Emerging Companies Attorney in Palo Alto, CA
Attorney
3-6 yrs required
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Law Firm Seeking Emerging Companies Associate in Palo Alto:
H1: Join Our Collaborative Team as an Emerging Companies Associate in Palo Alto!
H2: Dorsey is Seeking a Corporate Attorney with 3-6 Years of Experience in Venture Capital Financing Transactions
- Work alongside experienced partners and engage with existing and new clients in the dynamic field of emerging companies
- Opportunity for growth and development within a regional team of attorneys and a wider international corporate practice
- Handle a broad range of matters including venture capital and private equity financings, initial public offerings, mergers and acquisitions, and strategic technology transactions
- Demonstrate a drive to succeed and enthusiasm for client engagement
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
- Strong presentation and client handling skills
- California bar admission or ability to become admitted in California
- Familiarity with cap table platforms such as Carta
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- Top academic credentials
Salary Range: $235,000 - $295,000 for California applicants. Pay is based on experience level in the practice area. Lower billable-hours track with proportional salary reduction may be an option.
- Comprehensive medical insurance with coverage for infertility, gender-affirming care, behavioral health, and access to virtual providers
- Dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Basic and optional life insurance
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Flexible time off policy
- Up to 15 weeks of paid parental leave with additional paid short-term disability for attorneys who give birth
- Paid holidays and adoption assistance
- Healthcare, dependent care, and transportation pre-tax reimbursement accounts
- Back-up child and elder care program
- Education and college advising program, virtual tutoring, and wellbeing programs and activities
- Mass transit program (in certain offices)
- Travel assistance program
- 24/7 employee assistance program with access to five confidential visits with a licensed counselor at no cost
- Eligibility for discretionary bonus, productivity bonus, clerkship bonus, relocation expenses, and bar review expenses (where applicable)
- First-year associates eligible for salary advance and bar review stipend
- Dorsey values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace
Join a Trusted Law Firm with a History of Success:
- Since 1912, Dorsey & Whitney LLP has been a trusted legal advisor and valued business partner for clients
- Locations across the United States, Canada, Europe, and Asia
- Diverse client base including over one-third of Fortune 100 companies
- Dedicated and practical approach to clients' legal and business needs
- Excellent depth and success in six key industries: banking and financial institutions, development and infrastructure, energy and natural resources, food, beverage, and agribusiness, healthcare, and technology
- Notable alumni include . Supreme Court Justice Harry Blackmun, former . Vice President Walter Mondale, and . Senator Amy Klobuchar
- Recognized for a friendly and cooperative culture, including Mansfield Certification Plus, Best Law Firms for Women, 100% rating on the Corporate Equality Index, and Top 100 Adoption-Friendly Workplace
How to Apply:
- Submit online application at
- Accommodations available for qualified disabled applicants
- for accommodations or questions about workplace accommodations
- Applications accepted until September 30, 2025
- No search firm submissions accepted at this time
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