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July 14, 2026

Emerging Companies + Venture Capital Associate Attorney (Mid-Level)

CorporateEmerging GrowthFinanceM&AVenture Capital
Morrison & Foerster LLP

Morrison & Foerster LLP

San Diego, New York City, Austin, Denver, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Silicon Valley

Emerging Companies + Venture Capital Associate Attorney (Mid-Level)

Morrison & Foerster LLP
Morrison & Foerster LLPSan Diego, New York City, Austin, Denver, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Silicon Valley

Practice area

Corporate · Emerging Growth · Finance · M&A · Venture Capital

PQE

4-6 years

Locations

San Diego, California | New York City, New York | Austin, Texas | Denver, Colorado | Los Angeles, California | San Francisco, California | Silicon Valley, California

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

  • Focus on the Emerging Companies + Venture Capital (ECVC) practice, advising high-growth startups and investors from formation through exit.
  • Requires 4-6 years of significant experience in ECVC work.
  • Must have experience with seed and venture capital financings (including NVCA documents), public offerings, and domestic M&A transactions for startups and investors.
  • Prior experience from a premier corporate practice is required.
  • State bar admission (or eligibility for waiver) in the practicing jurisdiction is necessary.
  • Demonstrated strong business acumen, client management skills, and clear communication abilities (oral and written).
  • An affinity for technology, life sciences, or CPG businesses is preferred.
  • The annual salary range is $310,000 to $390,000 for positions in Austin, Denver, Los Angeles, New York, Palo Alto, San Diego, and San Francisco.
  • Additional compensation includes a discretionary bonus, health and welfare benefits (parental, adoption, fertility), flexible time off, and paid holidays.
  • Benefits package covers comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage; 401(k) plans; wellness programs; and paid primary state bar registration and professional association fees.

Last updated: July 14, 2026

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Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

  • Dale Durham
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Dale Durham

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Dale Durham?

    Joseph Gillman joined Morrison & Foerster LLP's Los Angeles office in the Real Estate group.

    Dale is an excellent recruiter, and he was a fantastic resource in my transition to big law. Dale helped me update my resume, prepare for interviews, and negotiate an offer. His knowledge of the legal market and hiring process proved invaluable. I highly recommend him.

    Morrison & Foerster LLP

    Joseph Gillman

    Morrison & Foerster LLP • Los Angeles
  • Kate Reder Sheikh
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Kate Reder Sheikh

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Kate Reder Sheikh?

    Kate (Catherine) Sum joined Morrison & Foerster LLP's San Francisco office in the Investment Funds group.

    Kate is incredible at what she does. She is passionate about her job and her clients and works tirelessly to make sure her clients succeed. I was so touched at how much she really wanted to make sure that I ended up at a firm that matched my personality and goals. I couldn't have asked for someone more knowledgeable or kind as Kate to help me with my move.

    Morrison & Foerster LLP

    Kate (Catherine) Sum

    Morrison & Foerster LLP • San Francisco

Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

  • Dale Durham
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Dale Durham

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Dale Durham?

    Joseph Gillman joined Morrison & Foerster LLP's Los Angeles office in the Real Estate group.

    Dale is an excellent recruiter, and he was a fantastic resource in my transition to big law. Dale helped me update my resume, prepare for interviews, and negotiate an offer. His knowledge of the legal market and hiring process proved invaluable. I highly recommend him.

    Morrison & Foerster LLP

    Joseph Gillman

    Morrison & Foerster LLP • Los Angeles
  • Kate Reder Sheikh
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Kate Reder Sheikh

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Kate Reder Sheikh?

    Kate (Catherine) Sum joined Morrison & Foerster LLP's San Francisco office in the Investment Funds group.

    Kate is incredible at what she does. She is passionate about her job and her clients and works tirelessly to make sure her clients succeed. I was so touched at how much she really wanted to make sure that I ended up at a firm that matched my personality and goals. I couldn't have asked for someone more knowledgeable or kind as Kate to help me with my move.

    Morrison & Foerster LLP

    Kate (Catherine) Sum

    Morrison & Foerster LLP • San Francisco