Junior Corporate Attorney: VC, M&A & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Health savings account (HSA)

Dental & vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Commuter benefits

Life insurance & AD&D

Long-term care coverage

Parental leave & fertility benefits

Vacation time

Job summary

Cooley LLP in Los Angeles seeks an entry-level (Class of 2026) or junior associate to join its global corporate team. You will advise entrepreneurs, investors, financial institutions, and companies on complex matters with emphasis on technology and life sciences.

Ideal candidates show strong academics and interest in emerging companies, VC, debt/equity financings, M&A, and capital markets. Eligible for firm benefits and a comprehensive compensation package in a premier national/international

Qualifications

• Candidates with a strong academic record from a nationally recognized law school.
• Entry-level (Class of 2026) or junior (Classes of 2024/2025) associates with interest in corporate practice.

Responsibilities

• Support corporate matters for technology, life sciences, and high-growth clients.
• Assist with public and private company transactions and funding rounds.
• Collaborate with partners to advise entrepreneurs, investors, and institutions.

Skills

Emerging companies

Venture capital

Debt financing

Equity financing

M&A

Capital markets

Private equity

General corporate

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Cooley LLP in Los Angeles seeks an entry-level (Class of 2026) or junior associate to join its global corporate team. You will advise entrepreneurs, investors, financial institutions, and companies on complex matters with emphasis on technology and life sciences.

Ideal candidates show strong academics and interest in emerging companies, VC, debt/equity financings, M&A, and capital markets. Eligible for firm benefits and a comprehensive compensation package in a premier national/international