Employment & Labor Attorney (Venture Capital Focus)
Locations: Chicago, IL | New York, NY | Palo Alto, CA | San Francisco, CAJob Description:
Direct Counsel is seeking an Employment & Labor Associate to join a premier national law firm with a strong presence in the venture capital and investment space. This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level attorney with 3–6 years of employment law experience and an interest in advising venture capital and other investment firms on industry-specific employment issues.Ideal candidates will have experience counseling clients on employment-related matters, drafting agreements, and partnering with fund formation attorneys to address employment considerations for fund clients. Familiarity with the venture capital ecosystem is highly preferred. While the focus is on counseling and transactional work, some litigation experience is a plus.Qualifications:3–6 years of employment law experience at a law firmStrong academic credentials and excellent legal writing skillsExperience with employment counseling and agreement draftingFamiliarity with the venture capital or private investment industry preferredLicensed and in good standing in IL, NY, or CA (or eligible for waiver)Motivated, proactive, and collaborative team playerCompensation:
The expected annual salary range is $260,000 – $390,000 , depending on geographic location, experience, and skillset.Benefits:
The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:Medical, dental, and vision insuranceHealth Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Pre-tax commuter benefitsFirm-paid life insurance, AD&D, short- and long-term disabilityBackup care for children/adults and generous parental support benefitsFertility benefits and parental leaveFour weeks of vacation, two weeks of sick time, and 10 paid holidays annually
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