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At Michael Best, we know that diverse backgrounds produce different perspectives, richer thinking, and more creative solutions to the challenges our clients face. Join us and take the challenge of doing meaningful work supporting companies in fields like cannabis, SAAS, renewable energy, natural foods, distributed ledger, and diversity and inclusion to name a few. Building a diverse and inclusive culture is paramount to our ethos. We are looking to add a Mid to Senior level attorney to our Corporate, Venture Capital and Emerging Growth team, “Venture Best”. The associate can be located in any of our Austin, Chicago, Raleigh, Denver or Salt Lake City offices.
What We Look For: Our ideal candidate must have deep experience representing growth companies and/or investors in venture capital financing transactions, value an environment where everyone is treated with mutual support and respect, and be a self-starter who possesses the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Qualified candidates will have 3-5+ years substantive experience in mergers and acquisitions, venture capital and emerging company transactions as well as general corporate governance and commercial matters. Experience in licensing and technology transactions and/or public securities is a plus. Additionally, the new team member should be highly motivated and willing to engage in all aspects of growth company representation.
What We Offer: The Venture Best team continues to develop a vibrant, dynamic practice where we foster a collaborative and inclusive environment, where everyone on the team can excel with a diverse range of work in a fast-paced environment. We are energetic, entrepreneurial and we love what we do. We offer deep impact and client connection from the get-go, with a clear path to partnership and building your own client base. We have the privilege of working with some of the most innovative and impactful founders and companies in the world. And we work in some of the most dynamic markets in the country (Salt Lake City, Austin, Raleigh, Madison, Colorado, to name a few) and are constantly expanding. A key success factor has been the recruitment of talented and diverse individuals whose ideas drive the Firm and the Venture Best team forward.
We will provide the new team member with:
- Active mentoring
- A thriving & energetic environment
- Opportunity to work directly with clients in fields such as technology transformation, blockchain, and venture capital
- Competitive pay and a lucrative bonus program
- Work life balance
- Excellent benefits
With mentorship from our highly skilled attorneys, we will help you to further develop your practical knowledge, drafting acumen, and become well-versed in the latest legal trends and the skillset necessary to succeed in the market. You will be assigned an expert Corporate or VentureBest attorney to guide you, help you set goals, and ensure you have access to all of the tools necessary to be successful.
Job Requirements:
- J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
- Strong drafting and organizational skills
- The ability to interact directly with client management and opposing counsel
- Excellent academic credentials
- Superior verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
- Valid authorization to work in the U.S.
This is an exceptional opportunity to work directly with clients and to join a growing practice group with a national and international client base. Founded in 1848, Michael Best & Friedrich LLP has provided services to clients for more than 100 years and has over 350 lawyers and technical professionals. We value collegiality and diversity among our lawyers and seek to make the practice both professionally and personally rewarding.
How to Apply: To be considered for this position, please apply via our online portal. Please contact our Senior Recruiter, Alex Tillmann ([email protected]) with any questions.
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Michael Best & Friedrich LLP, Michael Best Strategies LLC, and Michael Best Consulting LLC (collectively known as "Michael Best") are steadfastly committed to providing equal employment opportunity and maintaining a workplace for employees and applicants for employment that is free from discrimination based upon age, race, religion, color, disability, marital status, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
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