San Jose, CA · Hybrid
$335K - $350K/yr
Senior Attorney - Emerging Company & Venture Capital Practice Are you ready to take your legal ... Lead client teams representing operating companies in the startup and emerging company space.
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San Jose, CA · Hybrid
$335K - $350K/yr
Senior Attorney - Emerging Company & Venture Capital Practice Are you ready to take your legal ... Lead client teams representing operating companies in the startup and emerging company space.
Boston, MA · Hybrid
$335K - $350K/yr
Senior Attorney - Emerging Company & Venture Capital Practice Are you ready to take your legal ... Lead client teams representing operating companies in the startup and emerging company space.
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Boston, MA · Hybrid
$335K - $350K/yr
Senior Attorney - Emerging Company & Venture Capital Practice Are you ready to take your legal ... Lead client teams representing operating companies in the startup and emerging company space.
Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid
$335K - $350K/yr
Senior Attorney - Emerging Company & Venture Capital Practice Are you ready to take your legal ... Lead client teams representing operating companies in the startup and emerging company space.
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Los Angeles, CA · Hybrid
$335K - $350K/yr
Senior Attorney - Emerging Company & Venture Capital Practice Are you ready to take your legal ... Lead client teams representing operating companies in the startup and emerging company space.
Boston, MA · On-site
$335K - $350K/yr
Senior Attorney - Emerging Company & Venture Capital Practice Are you ready to take your legal ... Lead client teams representing operating companies in the startup and emerging company space.
Boston, MA · On-site
$335K - $350K/yr
Senior Attorney - Emerging Company & Venture Capital Practice Are you ready to take your legal ... Lead client teams representing operating companies in the startup and emerging company space.
San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
$335K - $350K/yr
Senior Attorney - Emerging Company & Venture Capital Practice Are you ready to take your legal ... Lead client teams representing operating companies in the startup and emerging company space.
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San Francisco, CA · Hybrid
$335K - $350K/yr
Senior Attorney - Emerging Company & Venture Capital Practice Are you ready to take your legal ... Lead client teams representing operating companies in the startup and emerging company space.
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$335K - $350K/yr
Senior Attorney - Emerging Company & Venture Capital Practice Are you ready to take your legal ... Lead client teams representing operating companies in the startup and emerging company space.
Los Angeles, CA · On-site
$335K - $350K/yr
Senior Attorney - Emerging Company & Venture Capital Practice Are you ready to take your legal ... Lead client teams representing operating companies in the startup and emerging company space.
Santa Monica, CA · Hybrid
$335K - $350K/yr
Senior Attorney - Emerging Company & Venture Capital Practice Are you ready to take your legal ... Lead client teams representing operating companies in the startup and emerging company space.
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Santa Monica, CA · Hybrid
$335K - $350K/yr
Senior Attorney - Emerging Company & Venture Capital Practice Are you ready to take your legal ... Lead client teams representing operating companies in the startup and emerging company space.
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$300K - $365K/yr
... senior decision-makers and GPs within accelerator, and partner organizations * Work with cross ... lawyer to help with this. We encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every ...
San Francisco, CA · On-site
$300K - $365K/yr
... senior decision-makers and GPs within accelerator, and partner organizations * Work with cross ... lawyer to help with this. We encourage you to apply even if you do not believe you meet every ...
New York, NY · On-site
$365K - $390K/yr
Experience representing startup, emerging growth, or technology companies. * Experience managing ... Attorneys enjoy significant client interaction, meaningful responsibility, and the opportunity to ...
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New York, NY · On-site
$365K - $390K/yr
Experience representing startup, emerging growth, or technology companies. * Experience managing ... Attorneys enjoy significant client interaction, meaningful responsibility, and the opportunity to ...
San Diego, CA · Hybrid
$310K - $390K/yr
... a mid-to-senior level Corporate Associate with 4-6 years of experience to join its Corporate ... attorney with strong experience handling public and private M&A, private equity, startup, and ...
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San Diego, CA · Hybrid
$310K - $390K/yr
... a mid-to-senior level Corporate Associate with 4-6 years of experience to join its Corporate ... attorney with strong experience handling public and private M&A, private equity, startup, and ...
You will work closely with the firm's senior attorneys, who will train and mentor you in healthcare ... startup matters. * Draft and review employment contracts, independent contractor agreements ...
You will work closely with the firm's senior attorneys, who will train and mentor you in healthcare ... startup matters. * Draft and review employment contracts, independent contractor agreements ...
Evanston, IL · On-site
$80K - $100K/yr
You will work closely with the firm's senior attorneys, who will train and mentor you in healthcare ... startup matters. * Draft and review employment contracts, independent contractor agreements ...
Evanston, IL · On-site
$80K - $100K/yr
You will work closely with the firm's senior attorneys, who will train and mentor you in healthcare ... startup matters. * Draft and review employment contracts, independent contractor agreements ...
You will work closely with the firm's senior attorneys, who will train and mentor you in healthcare ... startup matters. * Draft and review employment contracts, independent contractor agreements ...
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You will work closely with the firm's senior attorneys, who will train and mentor you in healthcare ... startup matters. * Draft and review employment contracts, independent contractor agreements ...
$310K - $435K/yr
Corporate M&A Senior Associate * § Practice Area : * Emerging Markets, Start-Ups, High-Tech ... and startup founders. ⨖ Mastery of drafting tailored legal instruments for diverse industry ...
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$310K - $435K/yr
Corporate M&A Senior Associate * § Practice Area : * Emerging Markets, Start-Ups, High-Tech ... and startup founders. ⨖ Mastery of drafting tailored legal instruments for diverse industry ...
You will work closely with the firm's senior attorneys, who will train and mentor you in healthcare ... startup matters. * Draft and review employment contracts, independent contractor agreements ...
You will work closely with the firm's senior attorneys, who will train and mentor you in healthcare ... startup matters. * Draft and review employment contracts, independent contractor agreements ...
Evanston, IL · On-site
$80K - $100K/yr
You will work closely with the firm's senior attorneys, who will train and mentor you in healthcare ... startup matters. * Draft and review employment contracts, independent contractor agreements ...
Evanston, IL · On-site
$80K - $100K/yr
You will work closely with the firm's senior attorneys, who will train and mentor you in healthcare ... startup matters. * Draft and review employment contracts, independent contractor agreements ...
You will work closely with the firm's senior attorneys, who will train and mentor you in healthcare ... startup matters. * Draft and review employment contracts, independent contractor agreements ...
You will work closely with the firm's senior attorneys, who will train and mentor you in healthcare ... startup matters. * Draft and review employment contracts, independent contractor agreements ...
You will work closely with the firm's senior attorneys, who will train and mentor you in healthcare ... startup matters. * Draft and review employment contracts, independent contractor agreements ...
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You will work closely with the firm's senior attorneys, who will train and mentor you in healthcare ... startup matters. * Draft and review employment contracts, independent contractor agreements ...
Mesa, AZ · On-site +1
$33.65 - $40.86/hr
Startup Operations & Process Development * Assist in developing case management workflows ... Ensure accuracy and completeness of all filings after attorney review. * Maintain compliance with ...
Mesa, AZ · On-site +1
$33.65 - $40.86/hr
Startup Operations & Process Development * Assist in developing case management workflows ... Ensure accuracy and completeness of all filings after attorney review. * Maintain compliance with ...
Houston, TX · On-site +1
$33.65 - $40.86/hr
Startup Operations & Process Development * Assist in developing case management workflows ... Ensure accuracy and completeness of all filings after attorney review. * Maintain compliance with ...
Houston, TX · On-site +1
$33.65 - $40.86/hr
Startup Operations & Process Development * Assist in developing case management workflows ... Ensure accuracy and completeness of all filings after attorney review. * Maintain compliance with ...
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$81.4K - $96K
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$104.3K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$96K - $110.7K
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The median wage is $130.7K / yr.
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14% of jobs
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| Aspect | Senior Startup Lawyer | Corporate Counsel |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | JD, bar admission, legal certifications | JD, bar admission, legal certifications |
| Work Environment | Law firms, startups, legal advisory firms | In-house legal department of a corporation |
| Employer & Industry | Startups, venture capital firms, legal service providers | Large corporations, multinational companies |
| Common Search/Comparison | Legal expertise in startups | In-house legal role in corporations |
While both roles require legal credentials and involve corporate law, a Senior Startup Lawyer typically works externally advising startups or investors, focusing on startup-specific legal issues. In contrast, a Corporate Counsel is an in-house lawyer managing legal matters within a corporation. The roles differ mainly in work environment and employer type, but both require similar qualifications and legal expertise.
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$335K - $350K/yr
Full-time
Re-posted 15 days ago
Are you ready to take your legal career to the next level while working with some of the most innovative and fast-growing companies in the tech space? This is your chance to join a Top 20 law firm in the United States – a dynamic, forward-thinking team that truly values professional growth, collaboration, and client impact.
This isn’t just another law firm position. This is your opportunity to partner with cutting-edge startups and venture capital firms as their trusted advisor. You’ll be hands-on with early and late-stage venture financings, serve as “external GC” for exciting emerging companies, and help shape the future of the innovation economy.
Here’s what makes this opportunity stand out:
Career Growth Built In – Dedicated learning & development programs with clear paths toward partnership or other leadership roles.
Supportive Team Culture – A true “work hard, play hard” environment where your success is celebrated, and associates are lifted up.
Strong Resources – You’ll have access to first-class support, technology, and training to do your best work.
Flexibility That Works – Hybrid model with 3 days in the office and the rest remote.
Competitive Pay – Target salary range of $335,000 – $350,000, commensurate with experience.
Lead client teams representing operating companies in the startup and emerging company space.
Manage venture financing transactions from early stage through late stage.
Provide day-to-day corporate and “external GC” counsel to clients.
Mentor and train junior associates, helping them grow and excel.
A highly qualified attorney with strong experience in corporate law and venture capital financings.
Outstanding academic credentials and prior experience at a comparable Top 20 law firm.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Bar admission (or immediate eligibility) in the location of the resident office.
A collaborative, entrepreneurial mindset and passion for supporting growing companies.
This is a rare opportunity to join a Top 20 U.S. law firm that combines prestige with a culture of growth, flexibility, and innovation. Apply today and take the next bold step in your career.
