Attorney At Law

Capital Markets Resource AttorneyDirect Counsel is seeking a licensed attorney with 5+ years of experience representing issuers and investment banks in capital markets transactions to serve as a Resource Attorney supporting a premier Capital Markets practice. This is a non-billable, internal-facing role focused on enhancing business development, knowledge management, attorney efficiency, professional development, and practice innovation.The Resource Attorney will monitor developments affecting the practice, maintain substantive resources, support client-facing thought leadership, and collaborate with internal teams to improve the delivery of legal services.ResponsibilitiesMonitor legal and regulatory developments relevant to capital marketsDevelop topics and assist with client alerts, white papers, and other external-facing resourcesDevelop and maintain internal practice resources to facilitate knowledge sharing and interaction with clients and prospective clientsCreate, maintain, and update archives of work product and practice know-howAssist with speaking engagements, webinars, and related materialsMaintain and update capital markets forms and templates to reflect current law, market terms, and attorney inputCollaborate with Marketing on capital markets branding and business development initiativesGather information for RFP responses and other business development opportunitiesCoordinate with Professional Development on attorney skills development and firmwide trainingWork with Information Services and Practice Innovation to evaluate and implement technology solutions that improve practice efficiency and service deliveryRequirementsLicensed attorney with 5+ years of experience representing issuers and investment banks in capital markets transactionsStrong understanding of corporate governance and SEC reporting requirements and related mattersDeep knowledge of capital markets practice, with an ability and enthusiasm to stay current as the legal, regulatory, and technology landscape evolvesExcellent written, verbal, and drafting skillsStrong judgment, intellectual ability, interpersonal skills, and technical aptitudeConfident and engaging presenterSelf-starter with strong organizational and time-management skillsCollaborative team player with exceptional attention to detailFamiliarity with technology and life sciences industries preferredCompensation & BenefitsThe expected annual salary range is $220,000–$315,000, with the final offer based on geographic location, experience, and skillset.The role includes comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, HSA and FSA options, commuter benefits, life and disability insurance, backup care and parental support benefits, four weeks of vacation, two weeks of sick time, 10 paid holidays, generous parental leave, and fertility benefits.Locations: DTLA, New York, Palo Alto, San Diego, San Francisco, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Washington, DC, and Santa Monica.