Junior Corporate Associate - VC/EC, M&A & Financing

Cooley LLP; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 225,000 - 235,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

HSA

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

FSA

Commuter Benefits

Life Insurance

AD&D

LTD

Vacation (4 weeks/yr)

Sick Time (2 weeks/yr)

Holidays

Parental Leave

Fertility Benefits

Job summary

Cooley LLP in Los Angeles seeks an entry-level (Class of 2026) or junior corporate associate to join a nationally recognized practice with a focus on technology, life sciences, and high-growth industries.

Ideal candidates will have interest or experience in emerging companies, venture capital, debt and equity financings, M&A, and other general corporate matters at a national or international firm. Strong academic achievement from a top law school is required.

Qualifications

• Entry-level candidates (Class of 2026) or junior associates (Classes of 2024–2025) encouraged to apply.
• Strong academic achievement from a nationally recognized law school.
• Interest in emerging companies, venture capital, and other corporate matters.
• Experience with public and/or private companies is a plus.

Skills

Interest in corporate practice

General corporate experience

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Cooley LLP in Los Angeles seeks an entry-level (Class of 2026) or junior corporate associate to join a nationally recognized practice with a focus on technology, life sciences, and high-growth industries.

Ideal candidates will have interest or experience in emerging companies, venture capital, debt and equity financings, M&A, and other general corporate matters at a national or international firm. Strong academic achievement from a top law school is required.