Partner

Partner, Emerging Companies & Venture Capital — Washington, D.C.

A leading US law firm

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We are running a confidential search at partner level. The brief is revisited each cycle with the client, and what follows is the current brief.

Lead partner role within an established emerging companies and venture capital practice in the firm's Washington, D.C. office. The role focuses on advising startups, growth-stage companies and their investors across formation, financings, strategic commercial arrangements and exit events.

Ideal candidate will build and grow a client-facing practice, originate work and collaborate with corporate, IP and fund teams on cross-practice matters. The position offers significant client development responsibility and visibility within a national platform.

  • Portable book of business of $2M+ (USD)
  • Established partner-level experience advising emerging growth companies and venture investors
  • Proven origination record and ability to build relationships with founders, investors and in-house counsel
  • Strong transactional skills (financings, equity compensation, commercial agreements) and excellent drafting/negotiation abilities

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