Corporate & Finance Capital Markets Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate & Finance – Capital Markets Associate Attorney to join a prestigious Am Law firm in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with 2-3 years of corporate and securities experience to join a nationally recognized Corporate & Finance practice. The team advises public companies on a broad range of corporate governance, securities law compliance, and capital markets transactions, providing associates with significant client exposure and opportunities to work on sophisticated public company matters.

• Advise public company clients on corporate governance and securities law compliance.

• Assist with capital markets financings, including public and private securities offerings.

• Draft and review SEC filings, disclosure documents, and other corporate governance materials.

• Counsel clients on compliance with the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

• Support public company advisory matters and ongoing corporate compliance initiatives.

• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on corporate and securities law issues.

• Collaborate with clients and multidisciplinary legal teams on sophisticated corporate transactions and securities matters.

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.

• Active membership in the Pennsylvania Bar.

• 2-3 years of experience in corporate and securities law.

• Experience advising public companies on corporate governance and securities matters.

• Experience with capital markets financings and public company representations.

• Strong working knowledge of the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.

• Excellent legal research, analytical, drafting, and communication skills.

• Outstanding academic credentials and a demonstrated commitment to delivering exceptional client service.

• Salary: $260,000-$365,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • 401(k) retirement plan

  • Paid time off

  • Annual performance and discretionary bonus eligibility

  • Relocation assistance, where applicable