Corporate Governance Mid-Level Associate

BCG Attorney Search; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Direct mentorship from corporate law experts

Collaborative environment with cross-practice opportunities

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a mid-level associate for its Corporate Governance and Special Committee practice in San Francisco. This position entails advising on complex board-level corporate matters, including fiduciary duties and litigation.

Candidates should have 3-6 years of experience in Delaware corporate law and a J.D. from a top-tier law school. The role promises direct mentorship from experts in corporate law and exposure to high-stakes advisory cases.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience at a major law firm with Delaware corporate law exposure.
• Admission to California bar; Delaware or Nevada bar admission a plus.
• Experience with special committees or M&A matters preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise board directors and management on corporate law issues.
• Support special committee representations in conflict transactions.
• Assist clients with activism preparedness and governance audits.

Skills

Delaware General Corporation Law

Legal research

Writing

Analytical skills

Client service orientation

Education

J.D. from a top-tier law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a talented mid-level associate to join its Corporate Governance and Special Committee practice in San Francisco. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated, board-level matters involving fiduciary duties, special committees, activism defense, mergers and acquisitions, governance, and Delaware Court of Chancery litigation.

Duties

• Advise board directors, special committees, and management on corporate law issues.
• Support special committee representations in conflict transactions.
• Assist clients with activism preparedness and governance audits.
• Advise on mergers and acquisitions transactions and litigation risk management.
• Research and advise on corporate law developments and implications.
• Draft board materials, legal opinions, and client memoranda.
• Support Delaware Court of Chancery litigation matters.
• Collaborate with partners across various practice groups for strategic advice.

Requirements

• 3-6 years of experience at a major law firm with Delaware corporate law exposure.
• Strong understanding of Delaware General Corporation Law and fiduciary duties.
• Experience with Nevada corporate law is a plus.
• Experience with special committees, conflict transactions, or M&A matters preferred.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple matters simultaneously.
• Strong client service orientation and business judgment.
• Admission to California bar; Delaware or Nevada bar admission a plus.

Education

J.D. from a top-tier law school with excellent academic credentials.

Certifications

Admission to California bar; Delaware or Nevada bar admission a plus.

Skills

• Strong understanding of Delaware General Corporation Law and fiduciary duties.
• Exceptional legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple matters simultaneously.
• Strong client service orientation and business judgment.

Benefits

• Direct mentorship from nationally recognized corporate law expert.
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated, high‑stakes advisory and litigation matters.
• Exposure to board-level client matters with institutional investors and public companies.
• Collaborative environment with cross-practice opportunities.
• Flexible office location options.