Capital Markets Associate Attorney

Our client, a prestigious Amlaw 50 firm, is seeking a talented Associate Attorney to join their distinguished Capital Markets Practice in New York, San Francisco, or Boston. This is a unique opportunity to represent high-growth technology and life sciences companies as they raise capital, go public, and scale as public entities.

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

• Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

• 2–3 years of substantive experience handling capital markets transactions at an AmLaw firm.

• Strong command of SEC rules and the mechanics of public securities offerings, including equity and debt.

• Experience working with technology and/or life sciences clients is a plus.

• Excellent writing, communication, and project management skills.

• Highly motivated with a client-focused, entrepreneurial mindset and a collaborative working style.

• Advise issuers, underwriters, and investors on public and private offerings of equity and debt securities.

• Support clients throughout IPO processes and follow-on offerings.

• Draft and review offering documents, registration statements, and related SEC filings.

• Counsel clients on ongoing public company reporting obligations and corporate governance matters.

• Manage deal execution, due diligence, and communications with regulators.

• Collaborate with colleagues across corporate, regulatory, and litigation teams to provide holistic support.

This is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to join a cutting-edge capital markets practice at a firm consistently recognized as a Top 10 Most Innovative Law Firm in North America and one of Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work For. The team fosters a collaborative, inclusive environment that supports professional growth and innovation. In addition to high-profile client work, the firm is deeply committed to mentorship, professional development, and inclusivity.

The firm offers highly-competitive compensation, with an expected annual salary range of $235,000-$260,000, commensurate with experience, discretionary performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits package featuring health insurance, retirement plans, generous parental leave, wellness programs, paid time off, and additional perks.

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

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration for employment. For attorney positions, a 'qualified applicant' is an individual who is a member of the State Bar of California, admitted in good standing, and is eligible to practice[1]; or whose admission to the State Bar of California and eligibility to practice remains subject only to successful completion of the California Bar Examination.