Associate - Emerging Companies and Venture Capital

Norm Law; New York (NY); On-site; USD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equity

Relocation reimbursement to NYC

401(k) with employer match

Comprehensive health/dental/vision

Job summary

Norm Law seeks anAssociate in our Venture Capital group to work on high-impact deals, leveraging AI agents to streamline drafting, diligence, and execution. You will collaborate with partners, clients, and tech teams to deliver precise, data-driven legal advice.

The role emphasizes AI-enabled workflows to reduce administrative burdens and boost strategic client engagement, with opportunities to lead AI-augmented portions of live transactions.

Qualifications

• JD required with active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Strong drafting, editing, and communication skills are essential.
• Interest in applying technology to enhance deal workflows.

Responsibilities

• Document drafting and review using AI-supported workflows.
• Conduct due diligence with AI-assisted document reviews and memo generation.
• Support deal execution with AI-enabled workflow management and closing checklists.

Skills

Drafting and editing

Attention to detail

AI in legal workflows

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) with active U.S. bar admission

Job description

This Role

As an Associate in our Venture Capital group, you will work on high-impact deals while using AI agents to streamline the drafting, diligence, and execution process. You’ll collaborate closely with partners, clients, and technology teams to deliver efficient, precise, and data-driven legal services.

Our practice embraces the use of AI to reduce administrative burden and increase your ability to focus on strategic legal judgment and client engagement.

In this role, you’ll support:

• Document Drafting & Review: Leverage AI agents to generate, compare, and redline offering memoranda, purchase agreements, board materials, disclosure documents, and regulatory filings.

• Due Diligence: Use AI tools to conduct rapid document reviews, identify key terms in documents, and generate client-facing memos of complex due diligence materials.

• Deal Execution: Integrate AI agents into workflow management, signing and closing checklists, and coordination with counterparties.

• Client Advisory: Partner with clients to demonstrate how AI-assisted workflows improve accuracy, transparency, and deal velocity.

• Collaboration with Tech: Work closely with the technology teams to continue to make the deal process even more efficient using AI.

Skills & Experience:

• Juris Doctor (JD); active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

• 4-6 years of experience in Emerging Companies/Venture Capital transactions.

• Strong drafting and communication skills; meticulous attention to detail.

• Interest in applying technology to enhance traditional deal workflows.

• No prior AI or technical experience required.

What Success Looks Like:

• 30 Days: Learn firm AI platforms; begin supporting deal teams using AI-enabled review and drafting.

• 60 Days: Independently manage discrete components of deals with AI support.

• 90 Days: Lead AI-augmented workstreams in live transactions, improving efficiency and accuracy in document management and closing processes.

Comp and Benefits

$200,000 - $250,000 per year plus equity.

The range displayed in this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salary for this position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by various factors, including job-related skills (as uncovered during the interview process), experience, and relevant education or training. Please note that the compensation details listed here reflect the base salary only, and do not include equity or benefits. We offer a competitive salary along with equity compensation. Our comprehensive benefits package includes a 401(k) plan with an employer match. Employees enjoy top-tier insurance coverage, encompassing health, dental, hospital, accident, and vision plans. For candidates needing to relocate to NYC, we provide relocation reimbursement. You'll thrive in our fast-paced learning environment where professional growth is constant.