Emerging Company & Venture Capital Attorney

I'm working closely with an elite corporate boutique seeking a mid-level to senior Emerging Companies & Venture Capital Associate to join its Austin office.

OVERVIEW

Compensation $225,000–$275,000 base salary (flexible depending on experience) Generous annual bonuses, productivity bonuses, and spot bonuses (~approx. $100K total in bonuses alone) Merit‑based compensation growth with significant upside Experience 5–8 years of Emerging Companies & Venture Capital experience preferred Senior Counsel candidates and attorneys seeking a long‑term partnership path encouraged to apply Experience at a top AmLaw 50 firm or elite corporate boutique strongly preferred Practice Focus Representation of venture‑backed startups, founders, growth‑stage companies, and venture capital investors Sophisticated company‑side and investor‑side ECVC transactions throughout the business lifecycle Significant client contact and hands‑on deal responsibility Lifestyle 1,700–1,800 billable hour expectation Flexible, adult‑oriented work environment with an emphasis on trust and autonomy Academic Credentials Strong academic credentials required Top law schools and excellent grades preferred Location Relocation candidates welcome, particularly attorneys looking to make Austin their long‑term home

THE OPPORTUNITY

This is a rare opportunity to continue practicing elite Emerging Companies & Venture Capital law without many of the tradeoffs that often accompany traditional Big Law. The firm advises founders, venture‑backed companies, and investors on sophisticated, market‑leading transactions while maintaining a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture where attorneys receive meaningful responsibility and direct client exposure. Associates work alongside highly respected practitioners in an environment that values teamwork, mentorship, and long‑term career development over hierarchy. For attorneys coming from national firms, this role offers the chance to maintain sophisticated ECVC work while enjoying a significantly more sustainable practice, a clear path toward advancement, and the opportunity to become a trusted advisor to innovative companies from formation through exit. If you're looking to build a long‑term ECVC practice in Austin without sacrificing the quality of your work, this is an opportunity worth exploring. #J-18808-Ljbffr LHH