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Startup & Venture Capital Attorney Needed – Seattle

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Seattle, WA

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$140,000–$250,000 Per Year
LOCATION
Seattle, WA
POSTED
Today
Startup & Venture Capital Attorney — Established Regional Firm — Seattle, WA

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Stanton Sikorski
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Salary: $140,000 - $250,000 per year

A bit about us:

Founded over fifty years ago and based in Seattle, we are a well-established full-service firm with 60+ attorneys serving clients locally and nationally. Known for our strength across business law, startups and emerging companies, venture capital, M&A, real estate, construction, employment, and litigation, our startup and emerging company team advises founders, angel investors, and venture capital funds from formation through exit — across software, AI, fintech, life sciences, and Web3.

Why join us?
  • Base up to $250k (DOE) + bonuses
  • Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, matching 401(k), generous PTO, sick, and paid holidays
  • Hybrid remote flexibility
  • Work directly with founders, angel investors, and VC funds across high-growth industries
  • Collaborative team-based practice with attorneys who have deep startup and emerging company backgrounds


Job Details
  • Advise startups and emerging companies on formation, equity structure, and corporate governance
  • Handle venture financings including SAFEs, convertible notes, and priced equity rounds
  • Draft and negotiate equity compensation plans including stock options, restricted stock, and RSUs
  • Counsel clients on federal and state securities law compliance
  • Support M&A, acqui-hire transactions, and exit strategies
  • Advise on licensing, commercial contracts, software licenses, and IP transactions
  • Represent angel investors and venture capital funds in financing transactions
  • Assist with formation of investment funds and special purpose entities
  • Manage cap tables and support clients through due diligence processes

Looking For:

  • J.D. and licensed to practice in Washington State
  • Minimum 3 years focused on startup, emerging company, and venture capital law
  • Strong background in venture financings including SAFEs, convertible notes, and preferred stock offerings
  • Experience with equity compensation design and securities law compliance
  • Proven experience advising founders and investors across the full company lifecycle — formation through exit
  • M&A or strategic transaction experience preferred


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Jobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values.

Founded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection.  As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).

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COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2018
WEBSITE
http://www.jobot.com

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