Emerging Growth & Venture Capital (EGVC) Associate Attorney

Company: Direct Counsel
Location: San Diego
Posted on: February 13, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Emerging Growth & Venture Capital (EGVC) Associate Attorney Location: San Diego, CA Experience Level: Mid-level (4 years) Practice Area: Corporate / Emerging Growth & Venture Capital Direct Counsel is seeking a mid-level Corporate Associate to join a leading international law firm’s Emerging Growth & Venture Capital practice in San Diego. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with high-growth companies and the institutional investors that support them, across a wide range of venture capital financings, M&A transactions, and day-to-day corporate matters. Role Overview The associate will focus on representing emerging growth companies and venture capital investors in sophisticated transactional matters, including venture financings and strategic transactions. The role provides significant client exposure and the opportunity to collaborate with a nationally recognized corporate platform. Key Responsibilities Represent emerging growth companies and institutional investors in venture capital financings Advise clients on mergers and acquisitions involving emerging and high-growth companies Counsel founders, management teams, and investors on day-to-day corporate governance and operational matters Draft and negotiate financing documents, acquisition agreements, and related corporate documentation Conduct legal research and prepare high-quality transactional documents and client communications Assist in managing complex transactions from inception through closing Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups to deliver comprehensive client solutions Qualifications JD from an accredited law school Active admission in the state of California (or eligibility to waive in) Minimum of 4 years of Emerging Growth / Venture Capital experience Experience representing both issuers and institutional investors in venture financings M&A experience involving emerging growth companies Prior Am Law 100 firm experience strongly preferred Desired Skills Excellent drafting and negotiation skills Strong written and verbal communication abilities Exceptional attention to detail and sound business judgment Strong organizational and project management skills Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced, collaborative environment Client-service oriented mindset with the ability to work independently and as part of a team Work Environment Hybrid schedule with an in-office expectation of approximately three days per week Based in the firm’s San Diego office Compensation Expected compensation range: $310,000 – $390,000 , depending on experience, qualifications, and geographic market Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)

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