Emerging Companies & Venture Capital - Jr. Associate Attorney

Pernini Legal; New York (NY); On-site; USD 235,000 - 390,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a driven Junior Associate Attorney to join its Emerging Companies & Venture Capital practice in New York. This is a prime opportunity to work with a nationally respected team advising high-growth companies and the funds that invest in them. The role offers exposure to venture financings, equity compensation, and corporate governance. The firm fosters a culture of collaboration, mentorship, and innovation, providing access to exciting work in the field. If you're passionate about startups and venture capital, this position offers an ideal environment for growth and development.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability Insurance

Parental Leave

PTO

401(k) Plan

Breast Milk Delivery Services

Adoption Assistance

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• 2+ years of experience in corporate law, focusing on emerging companies.

Responsibilities

• Advise startups throughout all stages of growth.
• Draft and negotiate term sheets and corporate governance documents.

Skills

Corporate Law

Venture Capital Transactions

Business Formation

Equity Financings

M&A

General Corporate Governance

Communication Skills

Excel Proficiency

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Active Bar Admission in New York

Tools

Excel

Job description

New York, NY $235,000 - $390,000 Id: ef55f598-02d8-40a3-b13b-17d0c76430ac

Emerging Companies & Venture Capital - Jr. Associate Attorney

Location: New York, NY

Are you a junior attorney with a passion for startups, innovation, and venture capital?

Our client, a prestigious AmLaw 50 firm, is seeking a driven Junior Associate Attorney to join its growing Emerging Companies & Venture Capital (ECVC) practice in New York. This is a prime opportunity to work with a nationally respected team advising high-growth companies and the funds that invest in them—from incorporation through exit.

Candidate Profile:

JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.

Active Bar Admission in New York.

2+ years of substantive experience in corporate law, ideally with a focus on emerging companies or venture capital transactions.

Experience advising clients on business formation, equity financings, M&A, and general corporate governance.

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and an ability to manage client relationships effectively.

Proficiency in Excel and comfort with cap tables, finance models, and quantitative deal work.

Previous experience at an AmLaw 100 or similarly reputable law firm is highly preferred.

Team-oriented mindset and strong work ethic with a client-first approach.

Key Responsibilities:

Advise founders, startups, and emerging companies throughout all stages of growth.

Support clients in venture financings, equity compensation, governance, and exit transactions.

Work closely with venture capital firms on investments and portfolio company matters.

Draft and negotiate term sheets, stock purchase agreements, and corporate governance documents.

Collaborate with a national team of top-tier attorneys on fast-paced and high-impact matters.

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a job—it's an exceptional opportunity to embed yourself in the startup and investment community while learning from industry-leading ECVC attorneys. The firm fosters a culture of collaboration, mentorship, and innovation, with a national platform that provides access to some of the most exciting and cutting-edge work in the field. If you're looking for a place where you can grow alongside your clients, this team offers the ideal environment.

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Expected annual salary ranges from $235,000 to $390,000, in addition to eligibility for a discretionary bonus.

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance, parental leave, PTO, emergency childcare and elder care, and a 401(k) plan.

Additional perks include: breast milk delivery services for traveling attorneys, adoption assistance, pet insurance, commuter benefits, a sabbatical program, tuition assistance (529 College Savings Plan), and more.

Application Requirements:

Interested candidates should submit a resume, cover letter, law school transcript, and deal sheet.

Our client is anEqual Opportunity Employer.