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The Associate will lead and close buy-side and sell-side M&A deals while managing the corporate work for clients. Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating deal documents, driving diligence and closings, and advising clients on structure and risk. | Candidates must have a J.D. from an accredited law school and be admitted in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, with a preference for New York. A minimum of 4 years of experience at a top law firm, with 3 years focused on M&A for private companies, is required. | About Bowery Legal: At Bowery Legal, we combine big-firm Corporate and M&A experience with the focus and flexibility of a boutique practice. Our attorneys have trained at some of the most respected law firms in the world, including Latham & Watkins, Gunderson Dettmer, Skadden, Mayer Brown, Greenberg Traurig, and Baker McKenzie. We are highly-capable, Big Law-trained attorneys who have all decided that there must be a better (and more humane) way to practice law while still being exceptional in our craft. For attorneys out there that feel the same way, Bowery Legal is an oasis in the desert. About the Role: We’re hiring an Associate, with a proven background and interest in M&A, to lead and close buy-side and sell-side deals across various industries, plus handle the corporate work that surrounds many of our company and investment fund clients (venture financings, reorganizations, commercial agreements, cap tables, and governance). If you love translating legal complexity into business leverage, this role is for you. As part of a general corporate boutique, this position will also be involved in the other areas of our practice, including company formations, financings, commercial drafting and negotiation, and general outside-GC support. What You’ll Do: Own transactions end-to-end: Draft/negotiate deal related documents such as LOIs, purchase agreements (stock/asset), merger agreements, disclosure schedules, ancillaries, earn-outs, rollover equity, TSA, and joinders. Drive diligence and closings: Scope diligence, coordinate workstreams, manage timelines, clear issues, and run clean closings. Be the practical voice in the room: Advise clients on structure, risk, and trade-offs—grounded in deal reality and growth goals. Support the full company lifecycle: Venture rounds (SAFEs/convertibles/Series docs), restructurings, equity plan updates, commercial contracts (SaaS/MSA/DPA), and governance. Lead with ownership: Supervise junior attorneys/paralegals, standardize templates/playbooks, and improve how we deliver world-class service. Grow relationships: Serve as outside “in-house” counsel for recurring clients; help with thought leadership and BD when it aligns with your interests. Required Experience: Background: J.D. from an accredited law school; admitted and in good standing in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (NY admission or eligibility preferred). Experience: 4+ years at a top Big Law firm (AmLaw or equivalent) with 3+ years focused on M&A for private companies (tech/VC environment a plus). Expert drafting in SPAs/APAs/merger agreements, reps & warranties, indemnities, baskets/caps, earn-outs, RWI, and post-close covenants. Exposure to, and the ability to navigate, a wide range of deal structures preferred. Strong project management across cross-functional teams; clear, concise client comms. Style: Business-first, founder-friendly, bias to action, crisp judgment, low-ego collaborator. Exposure to tax, IP, privacy, employment, or regulatory issues common in tech deals preferred. Comfort with cap table tools and data rooms; RWI experience preferred.

The associate will serve as outside general counsel to early-stage and growth companies, handling legal questions and providing business-minded guidance. They will also lead venture financings and manage debt transactions for venture-backed companies. | Candidates must have a J.D. from a top law school and be a member of the New York state bar. A minimum of 2 years of experience at a top national law firm or in-house with a technology company is required. | About Bowery Legal: At Bowery Legal, we combine big-firm Corporate and M&A experience with the focus and flexibility of a boutique practice. Our attorneys have trained at some of the most respected law firms in the world, including Latham & Watkins, Gunderson Dettmer, Skadden, Mayer Brown, Greenberg Traurig, and Baker McKenzie. We are highly-capable, Big Law-trained attorneys who have all decided that there must be a better (and more humane) way to practice law while still being exceptional in our craft. For attorneys out there that feel the same way, Bowery Legal is an oasis in the desert. About the Role: Bowery Legal is looking for a talented attorney with relevant in-house and/or law firm experience in transactional and corporate law. The associate will primarily be responsible for handling emerging companies and venture capital related matters including entity formation and setup, equity and debt financings, commercial contracts, corporate governance, “outside general counsel” responsibilities and other general corporate matters. The attorney will work closely with the Managing Partner and other business team members on a regular basis. What You’ll Do: Serve as outside general counsel to early-stage and growth companies: triage day-to-day legal questions, spot issues, and deliver practical, business-minded guidance. Form and structure new entities (DE C-corps/LLCs, holding/operating companies), draft founder docs (IP assignment, vesting, ROFR/Co-Sale), and set up cap tables (e.g., Carta) from day one. Lead venture financings end-to-end (pre-seed to Series B+): draft/negotiate SAFEs and convertible notes, NVCA equity rounds, term sheets, stock purchase agreements, investor rights/ROFR/Co-Sale, voting agreements, and ancillary closing deliverables. Manage debt transactions for venture-backed companies: review term sheets, negotiate loan and security agreements, warrants, intercreditor/subordination arrangements, and coordinate perfection/filings. Own closing execution: run diligence, build and track closing checklists, coordinate signatures, manage data rooms, and deliver clean, on-time closings. Draft, review, and negotiate commercial contracts (SaaS subscriptions, MSAs/SOWs, DPAs, NDAs, vendor and partnership agreements) with attention to data, IP, and risk allocation. Advise on corporate governance and compliance: board and stockholder consents, charter/bylaw updates, equity plan administration, 409A, insider matters, and ongoing minute-book hygiene. Proactively manage projects and client communications across time zones in a largely remote-first environment, balancing responsiveness with thoughtful, high-quality work. Required Experience: Strong academic credentials including a J.D. from a top law school. Membership in the New York state bar is required. 2+ years of experience with a top national law firm or in-house with a technology company. Strong project management, communication and analytical skills are a must, as are strong communications skills (oral and written). Ability to work independently but remain connected in a remote work environment is critical if the attorney works remotely from other team members.