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Corporate M&A Associate, Houston & Washington DC · Vault Top 30 FirmMid-level associate for a corporate/M&A practice. 3–6 years of experience across public and private buy-side and sell-side M&A, drafting transaction documents, due diligence and deal execution. Work spans complex M&A, private equity investments and joint ventures across industrials, energy, infrastructure, manufacturing and technology. Capital markets experience valued but not required. Top-tier academics and large-firm experience expected.Ref VPO-1079
Private Funds Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 20 FirmMid-level associate to join a private funds practice working on the formation and operation of private funds, including private equity, venture capital, credit, impact and real estate funds, as well as limited partnerships, limited liability companies and joint ventures. 3–5 years of relevant top-firm experience required. State bar admission or eligibility to waive in required.Ref VPO-1078
Antitrust Associate, District of Columbia · Vault Top 10 FirmAntitrust associate with 3-4 years post-JD experience, focusing on merger clearance, litigation, and regulatory investigationsRef VPO-1013
Cybersecurity Associate, District of Columbia · Vault Top 10 FirmEntry-level cybersecurity and data privacy associate, beginning fall 2027Ref VPO-1012
Antitrust Associate, New York and DC · National Antitrust PracticeMid-level antitrust associate combining HSR analysis, merger counseling, and litigation work. Transactional and litigation experience required.Ref VPO-0047
Structured Finance Associate, District of Columbia, New York City and Charlotte · Vault Top 10 FirmStructured finance attorney across CLO, ABS, securitizations and bank lendingRef VPO-0075
Patent Associate, Multiple US Locations · Leading Technology FirmPatent prosecution associate (1–2 years) with technical background in engineering or physics, focusing on emerging technologies including AI/ML, semiconductors, and quantum computing. $225,000–$310,000.Ref VPO-0164
Patent Litigation Associate, Multiple US Locations · International Top-Tier FirmMid-level patent litigation associate managing complex IP disputes in federal court across technology sectors. Requires technical background and hands-on coding experience.Ref VPO-0128
Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 30 FirmCorporate associate in emerging companies and venture capital. Advise emerging companies and venture investors on formation, governance, and corporate matters. Draft and negotiate venture capital financings and M&A transactions. Conduct due diligence and manage closings. 3–5 years corporate experience required.Ref VPO-0300
Financial Services Regulatory & Compliance Associate, Multiple US Locations · Global Am Law 100 FirmSenior-level regulatory compliance associate with banking and FinTech expertise across multiple U.S. offices.Ref VPO-0343
Real Estate Finance Associate, District of Columbia; New York; Charlotte · Vault Top 30 FirmCommercial real estate finance associates handling lender representation, property diligence, loan origination, securitization, and syndication.Ref VPO-0382
Capital Markets and Securities Associate, District of Columbia; New York; Charlotte · Vault Top 30 FirmStructured finance associates covering securitization, CLOs, asset-backed lending, syndication, and institutional credit transactions.Ref VPO-0381
Financial Services Regulatory & Compliance Associate, Multiple US Locations · Leading Financial Services FirmMid-level role in financial regulatory compliance with domestic and international reach.Ref VPO-0450
Senior Associate - Tax and Energy Infrastructure, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 10 FirmSenior associate position in tax law focused on energy and infrastructure transactions. Minimum 5+ years experience required.Ref VPO-0474
Energy & Climate Solutions Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top FirmTransactional associate role in renewable energy and infrastructure project developmentRef VPO-0510
Patent Prosecution Associate, Multiple US Locations · Technology IP FirmPatent agent or associate with 3+ years experience in electrical engineering and computer science technologies. Focus on GPU, TPU, accelerators, neural engines, and robotics. Multiple US offices; preference for DC and San Francisco.Ref VPO-0503
Career Associate, Cyber & Privacy, Multiple US Locations · Premier Technology Firm4–6 years of privacy, cybersecurity, and AI compliance experience. Career associate track with reduced hours (1,400–1,600 annually) and choice of five U.S. offices.Ref VPO-0605
Associate, Multiple US Locations · Global Finance PowerhouseProjects and infrastructure associate at a leading finance firmRef VPO-0653
International Employment Associate, Multiple US Locations · AmLaw 10 FirmSupport cross-border and international employment matters for a top-tier firm. Advise clients on employment due diligence, policy, and transactional work with 3+ years of counseling experience.Ref VPO-0686
Data Protection Associate, DC/NY · AmLaw 10 FirmAdvise enterprise organizations on privacy, cybersecurity, and data governance at a top-tier firm. Join the Data Protection practice with 3+ years of relevant experience.Ref VPO-0685
Tax Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 20 FirmMidlevel tax associate focused on transactional tax matters, renewable energy credits, and tax equity structures.Ref VPO-0692
Renewable Energy Real Estate Associate, Multiple US Locations · Leading Energy PracticeJoin a leading national energy law firm's renewable energy real estate practice. Handle wind, solar, and battery storage transactions from development through financing with institutional clients and experienced mentors.Ref VPO-0726
Technology Transactions & Privacy Associate, Multiple US Locations · Leading Technology FirmMid-level technology transactions and privacy associate advising corporate clients on U.S. privacy law compliance, data protection programs, and emerging privacy issues including AI and adtech.Ref VPO-0725
Corporate Finance Associate, Multiple US Locations · National Finance FirmFinance-focused corporate associate for transactional lending work across multiple national offices.Ref VPO-0781
Data Privacy and Cybersecurity Mid-Level Associate, District of Columbia · Vault Top 15 FirmCybersecurity and privacy advisory across incident response, regulatory compliance, and risk management for major industry clients.Ref VPO-0815
Section 337 Litigation Associate, Multiple US Locations · National Law FirmA mid-level position with a national law firm conducting Section 337 litigation before the U.S. International Trade Commission, focused on intellectual property disputes in international trade matters.Ref VPO-0950
Debt Finance Associate, Multiple US Locations · National FirmDebt finance associate working on leveraged buyouts, acquisition financing, and complex corporate transactions with sponsors, portfolio companies, and lenders across a national platform.Ref VPO-0945
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