Public Companies and Capital Markets Associate - Palo Alto

Job Description

Job Description

Corporate Associate Attorney – Public Company & Capital Markets (5+ Years)
Locations: Palo Alto, CA or San Francisco, CA
Compensation: $365,000–$435,000 + Bonus

Direct Counsel represents an AmLaw firm seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney with significant public company and capital markets experience to join its Corporate & Securities practice. The ideal candidate will advise public companies on SEC compliance, governance matters, disclosure obligations, and complex capital markets transactions.

Responsibilities

• Advise public companies on SEC reporting, compliance, and governance matters
• Counsel clients on disclosure requirements and Nasdaq/NYSE compliance
• Support capital markets transactions, including:
  • IPOs
  • Equity and debt offerings
  • Private investments in public entities (PIPEs)
  • At-the-market (ATM) offerings
• Represent issuers and/or investment banks in securities transactions
• Provide day-to-day corporate counseling to public company clients

Qualifications

• J.D. with strong academic credentials
• 5+ years of public company and capital markets experience
• Extensive experience with:
  • SEC compliance and reporting
  • Corporate governance matters
  • Public company disclosure requirements
  • Stock exchange compliance (Nasdaq/NYSE)
  • Capital markets transactions
• Technology and/or life sciences industry experience preferred
• Strong analytical, drafting, communication, and client management skills

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $365,000–$435,000 based on experience
• Discretionary merit bonus
• Comprehensive medical and wellness benefits
• Family-building and parental support programs
• 401(k), commuter benefits, and insurance options
• Firm-paid CLE, bar dues, and professional development support