EGVC Attorney (Professional Track)

Join DLA Piper's Corporate GroupDLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let's see what we can achieve. Together.DLA Piper is seeking an attorney to join its corporate group as part of our Professional Track Attorney program. This attorney will focus primarily on working with emerging growth companies and the institutional investors that support them. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience supporting venture capital financings, M&A transactions, and a variety of day-to-day corporate governance matters. This position is fully remote and open to all U.S. office locations.Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with partners, lawyers, clients, staff, and third parties;Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner, meeting all deadlines and expectations;Analyze complex legal issues in a logical manner, applying legal principles and research to specific facts;Provide timely, accurate, and well-reasoned work product;Be available whenever needed to ensure timely delivery of services, including during business hours, evenings, and weekends;Apply sustained and intense concentration for extended periods of time;Work under pressure to meet deadlines and perform to the satisfaction of clients and colleagues;Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; participating in telephonic conferences; and participating in meetings at client offices and at the Firm;Travel, as required by the Firm or client, such as to client meetings, to engage in advocacy before a tribunal or government agency, or to participate in business development activities;Foster relationships and anticipate clients' needs to achieve continued engagement;Mentor and supervise junior lawyers and staff;Observe all Firm policies and practices, as may be in effect from time to time.Desired skills include proficiency in professional excellence, client impact, effectiveness, and leadership. Minimum education is a JD, and minimum experience is 5-8 years of emerging growth/venture capital experience. Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 law firm experience preferred. Familiarity with standard emerging growth and venture capital forms is also required.The firm's expected hiring range for this position is $150,000 - $300,000 per year depending on the candidate's geographic market location. The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate's experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.