Corporate Associate (M&A & Venture Capital) - Sarasota

Job Description

Job Description

Corporate Associate – M&A & Venture Capital

Direct Counsel represents a leading law firm seeking a mid-level to senior Corporate Associate with 4–6 years of transactional experience to join its Corporate/M&A practice.

This role offers location flexibility across multiple offices and substantial, client-facing deal work. The ideal candidate will have experience with mid-market M&A, venture capital, and sophisticated corporate transactions , with the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility and direct client interaction.

Locations

Atlanta, GA; Atlantic City, NJ; Blue Bell, PA; Boston, MA; Charlotte, NC; Exton, PA; Greensboro, NC; Greenville, SC; Miami, FL; Morristown, NJ; New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; Princeton, NJ; Raleigh, NC; Sarasota, FL; Warrington, PA; Washington, DC; West Palm Beach, FL; or Wilmington, DE

Responsibilities

• Handle mid-market M&A transactions , including deals ranging from approximately $25M–$500M .
• Draft and negotiate stock and asset purchase agreements and related transaction documents.
• Advise clients on venture capital transactions and sophisticated deal structures.
• Manage due diligence and support transactions through closing.
• Advise private companies, investors, and portfolio companies on corporate matters.
• Handle matters involving entity formation, governance, commercial agreements, and corporate transactions .
• Work directly with clients and partners while managing routine matters independently.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of corporate and transactional experience .
• Significant experience with M&A and venture capital transactions .
• Experience with mid-market transactions preferred.
• Strong drafting experience with stock and asset purchase agreements .
• Familiarity with NVCA documents .
• Working knowledge of corporate and partnership tax concepts .
• Large law firm experience preferred.
• Excellent academic record and strong writing, communication, and problem-solving skills .
• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in FL, GA, NC, SC, DC, DE, PA, NJ, NY, or MA , and membership in good standing.

Compensation

• Boston: $235,000–$265,000
• Washington, DC & New York: $240,000–$270,000
• New Jersey: $215,000–$245,000

Compensation varies based on experience, education, licensure, geographic location, market conditions, and other factors. A discretionary bonus may also be available based on performance.