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Posted July 30, 2026

Capital Markets Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel
Los Angeles, CA, US Full Time
250000USD - 400000USD per year

Job Description

Job Description
Capital Markets Associate Attorney
Location: Los Angeles, CA
Experience: 2–6 Years
Compensation: $250,000 – $400,000
Employment Type: Full-Time

Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 firm seeking a Capital Markets Associate to join its dynamic and nationally recognized Corporate Practice in Los Angeles. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated attorney to work on high-profile transactions alongside a global team of legal professionals.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Advise on complex U.S. and cross-border capital markets transactions.

  • Handle initial public offerings, high-yield and investment-grade debt offerings, and private placements.

  • Work with clients such as public and private issuers, underwriters, financial institutions, venture capital funds, hedge funds, and private investment firms.

  • Collaborate on securities offerings including SPACs, REITs, PIPEs, ATMs, and Regulation S offerings.

Requirements:

  • 2–6 years of experience in Capital Markets or Corporate transactions.

  • Strong academic credentials and excellent legal writing skills.

  • Ability to manage a high-volume workload in a fast-paced environment.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Admission to the California Bar

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated experience in U.S. securities law and regulatory matters.

  • Proven ability to assume responsibility and interact directly with clients.

Application Materials:

  • Resume

  • Deal list

  • Law school transcript
    (All documents must be submitted in PDF format.)

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