Public Company and Governance Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Public Company and Governance Associate Attorney
Location: San Diego, CA (Hybrid)
Experience Level: Minimum 5 years
Compensation Range: $365,000 – $435,000, plus comprehensive benefits

Overview:
Direct Counsel is seeking a Senior Public Company and Governance Associate to join a leading global law firm with a strong focus on life sciences, technology, and digital asset verticals. This is a unique opportunity for a mid- to senior-level attorney to support a nationally recognized capital markets and public company advisory practice based in San Diego.

Responsibilities Include:

• Advising public companies on reporting and compliance under the Securities Act of 1933 and Securities Exchange Act of 1934

• Supporting capital markets transactions

• Preparing periodic reports, proxy statements, and Section 13 and 16 filings

• Providing corporate governance advice and working closely with public company clients

• Collaborating with a dynamic team of attorneys across the firm's national platform

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school

• Active California bar license

• Minimum 5 years of capital markets and public company experience

• Experience representing large cap and mid cap public companies

• Strong knowledge of SEC reporting requirements and stock exchange governance rules (Nasdaq, NYSE)

• Prior experience at an AmLaw 100 firm preferred

Desired Skills:

• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills

• High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities

• Business-savvy judgment and client-service orientation

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Work Environment:

• Hybrid schedule: regular in-office presence with some flexibility for remote work

• Opportunity to work with top-tier clients and a collegial, supportive team