Corporate Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney to join a leading California law firm in its search for a Corporate Associate Attorney to join their Los Angeles office. The ideal candidate will have 3-7 years of corporate transactional experience, with a specific emphasis on finance-related matters.

Key Responsibilities and Desired Experience:

• Advising clients on commercial financing, acquisition financing, and restructuring matters.
• Representing borrower and lender clients in complex commercial finance transactions, including: Senior and subordinated credit facilities; Syndicated facilities; Acquisition financing; Real estate-backed financing; Secured and unsecured bilateral credits.
• Strong debt-finance experience is preferred.
• A general corporate transactional background, including exposure to M&A, equity and debt financings, joint ventures, and “outside GC” work, is a plus.
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Direct Counsel is seeking a Mid-Level Corporate or Capital Markets Associate to join the Palo Alto office of a top-tier Am Law 100 firm. This is an excellent opportunity to join a premier global Capital Markets practice that has experienced significant growth and is a strategic priority for the firm.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise issuers and underwriters on equity and debt capital markets transactions
• Counsel public and private companies on SEC reporting and disclosure, national securities exchange compliance, and corporate governance matters
• Provide guidance on financings and general corporate matters

Key Qualifications:

• Experience in capital markets transactions and corporate counseling
• Admission to practice law and good standing in California
• Strong academic credentials and law firm experience
• Exceptional client management...

Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate Associate with 4 to 7 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions to join the M&A Group of an elite Am Law 100 firm. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated public and private company transactions, takeover defense matters, and shareholder activism across diverse industries, alongside a dynamic and highly skilled team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in M&A transactions for both public and private companies
• Provide counsel on corporate law, market terms, and takeover defense strategies, including shareholder activism
• Manage complex transactions effectively and autonomously
• Develop and maintain client relationships with a business development mindset

Key Qualifications:

• 4 to 7 years of M&A experience with a strong focus on public company transactions
• Solid...

Direct Counsel is seeking a junior or midlevel Corporate Associate (3rd or 4th year) to join the Chambers-ranked Band 1 (U.S.) Global Fintech and Payment Systems practice at a prestigious Am Law 100 firm. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge financial services matters, helping clients develop innovative products, negotiate financial agreements, and navigate licensing and enforcement issues.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on building and launching innovative financial services and products
• Draft and negotiate commercial financial services agreements
• Provide guidance on financial services licensing and enforcement-related matters

Key Qualifications:

• 3rd or 4th year associate with financial services regulatory experience (Fintech or Banking context preferred)
• Knowledge of NMLS, consumer finance, payments, or consumer protection is a plus
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Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney with Securities and Capital Markets experience to join a top-tier law firm in New York. This role is ideal for an attorney skilled in capital markets and securities law, who is ready to support clients in complex transactions while advancing within a dynamic national practice. The successful candidate will bring expertise in capital markets compliance and corporate governance to a highly collaborative team.

About the Corporate Section

The firm’s corporate practice delivers comprehensive legal expertise and practical business guidance across a wide range of business transactions. The corporate attorneys advise clients in various sectors, offering strategic counsel that helps clients achieve their business objectives. The practice encompasses commercial, financial, and industrial sectors, serving both publicly and privately owned...

Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney with M&A experience to join a top law firm’s Boston office. This role is ideal for an attorney with a strong foundation in mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and corporate transactions, looking to further develop their expertise within a leading firm. The successful candidate will play a critical role in supporting clients across a broad spectrum of complex transactions, working with a collaborative team while advancing towards partnership.

About the Corporate Section

This firm’s corporate practice delivers comprehensive legal expertise and practical business counseling across diverse transactions, helping clients achieve results in areas including commercial, financial, and industrial ventures. Their private equity practice spans fundraising, fund formation, direct investments, portfolio company management, acquisitions, and platform exits, representing a wide array of...

Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney for a Venture Capital & Emerging Companies practice with a top law firm in New York, NY, or Boston, MA. This position is ideal for an experienced attorney who is passionate about advising emerging companies and venture capital investors. The role involves substantial responsibility, from drafting and negotiating key venture capital investment agreements to guiding clients through complex transactional and operational matters. This is a great opportunity for an entrepreneurial attorney to work closely with industry leaders while developing deep expertise in the field of emerging companies and venture capital.

About the Corporate Section

This Corporate Section combines comprehensive legal expertise and practical business counseling, enabling clients to achieve their goals across a broad range of business transactions. The team advises both public and private clients in...

Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney to join a top law firm's Corporate Practice in San Francisco, CA. This is an exceptional opportunity for a corporate associate to join a dynamic and fast-growing team, playing a key role in expanding the firm’s Bay Area presence. The ideal candidate will bring a business-minded, entrepreneurial approach and enjoy working on high-profile transactions for clients across various industries. With a focus on mergers and acquisitions, securities, and venture capital, this role provides a path to develop a robust practice while working collaboratively with experienced attorneys in a team-oriented environment.

About the Corporate Section

This Corporate Section provides a blend of extensive legal expertise and practical business counseling, enabling clients to achieve their goals across a wide range of business transactions. The team advises on a diverse array of issues that affect...

Position: Corporate Associate
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Practice Group: Corporate

Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate Associate with 1-3 years of experience to join the corporate practice group of a prestigious law firm in Los Angeles. This associate will support middle-market clients and capital providers on a variety of complex business transactions. Ideal candidates will have a general corporate transactional background with experience in one or more of the following areas: mergers and acquisitions, equity and debt financings, joint ventures, technology transactions, and "outside GC" work. Strong experience in drafting and reviewing corporate documentation is essential.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 1-3 years in general corporate transactional work, with skills in areas such as M&A, financings, joint ventures, or technology transactions.
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