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Technology Transactions Associate, San Diego · Vault Top 25 FirmLife sciences transactions and licensing associate advising biotech, pharma, medtech, diagnostics, agricultural, and digital health clients. Work covers license, collaboration, research, development, supply, and commercialization agreements, plus IP diligence supporting corporate deals. Requires 3-6 years of relevant experience and California admission; scientific background preferred.Ref VPO-1115
Corporate and Impact Associate, San Diego, San Francisco & New York · Band 1 Impact Investing PracticeMid-level corporate associate for a social enterprise and impact investing practice. Work spans private equity, venture capital, growth equity, financings, and secondary transactions, plus governance and fiduciary advice to nonprofits, foundations, corporations, and asset managers. Requires 3-6 years of corporate transactional experience and state bar admission.Ref VPO-1114
Trademark, Copyright and Media Associate, Multiple US Locations · Global Law FirmJunior or non-partnership-track associate to join a trademark, copyright and media group. At least 2 years of law firm experience in trademark and copyright litigation and counseling, including clearance, prosecution strategy, portfolio management, ownership, licensing and fair use, and IP provisions in commercial and corporate transactions. High-volume, fast-paced practice. Bar admission in the office state required.Ref VPO-1082
Litigation Associate, Los Angeles & San Diego · AmLaw 100 FirmLitigation associate with 1-5 years of experience to join a nationally recognized defense team handling sophisticated toxic tort and occupational exposure matters, including silicosis and products liability. Represents manufacturers, distributors, contractors and other corporate defendants across all phases of case management, from discovery through trial preparation. Requires at least one year of complex litigation experience and California bar admission.Ref VPO-1054
Leveraged Finance Associate, Multiple US Locations · Global Finance PowerhouseSenior-level associate for fund finance, private credit, and leveraged finance transactions across the firm's major US offices.Ref VPO-1015
Commercial Litigation Associate, San Diego · Vault Top-Ranked FirmExperienced litigation associate role at a leading national firm.Ref VPO-1010
Senior Associate, Multiple US Locations · Leading International FirmSenior-level associate to join a product liability litigation team. Handle complex, multi-jurisdictional matters in aviation and transportation sectors for major corporate clients.Ref VPO-1002
Real Estate Associate, Multiple US Locations · AmLaw 100 FirmSenior-level real estate associate position across multiple U.S. offices.Ref VPO-0049
Real Estate Associate, Multiple US Locations · AmLaw Firm2-4 year commercial real estate associate handling acquisitions, financing, and leasing across office, multifamily, mixed-use, and hospitality assets.Ref VPO-0048
Patent Associate, Multiple US Locations · Leading IP PracticePatent associates for growing intellectual property practice across multiple US offices.Ref VPO-0058
Privacy + Cyber Litigation Associate, Multiple US Locations · National Litigation FirmPrivacy and cyber litigation associate at a national firm. Handle FCRA and consumer privacy matters across all litigation phases; 4–6 years experience required.Ref VPO-0111
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
Business Litigation Associate, Multiple US Locations · Leading Litigation FirmBusiness litigation associate (4-5 years) focused on complex commercial disputes, particularly in construction sector. $225,000–$325,000.Ref VPO-0163
Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 10 FirmHealthcare privacy associate, 4+ years regulatory and data protection experience.Ref VPO-0123
Consumer Finance Associate, Multiple US Locations · Leading National FirmAssociate advising financial institutions and technology providers on federal and state consumer finance regulations and compliance.Ref VPO-0220
Real Estate Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 10 FirmAssociate focused on data center and digital infrastructure transactions, including acquisitions, leasing, dispositions, and development.Ref VPO-0219
Emerging Companies and Venture Capital Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 20 FirmMid-level associate role in emerging companies and venture capital, working with startups and investors on capital formation, M&A, and corporate matters.Ref VPO-0232
Labor & Employment Associate, San Diego · Am Law 50 FirmLabor & Employment Associate focusing on wage and hour class actions, PAGA litigation, and discrimination claims. 2-3 years experience required.Ref VPO-0266
Sanctions and Trade Controls Associate, Multiple US Locations · National Law Firm2-5 years CFIUS, export controls, sanctions compliance. Transactional support, regulatory analysis, due diligence. Government experience beneficial.Ref VPO-0281
Transactions Associate, San Francisco/Silicon Valley/San Diego · Vault Top 50 FirmVault Top 50 firm seeking 3-5 year associate for transactions group handling venture capital, M&A, and private equity matters.Ref VPO-0324
Healthcare Regulatory Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 10 FirmVault Top 10 firm seeking healthcare regulatory associate to counsel early and growth-stage health tech companies on FDA compliance, reimbursement, privacy, fraud/abuse statutes, and emerging healthcare technologies.Ref VPO-0296
M&A Associate, Multiple US Locations · Prominent Corporate and M&A FirmMid-level M&A associate for multi-office practice handling middle-market and upper middle-market private equity transactions.Ref VPO-0399
Associate, Multiple US Locations · Global Technology Law FirmTechnology Transactions AssociateRef VPO-0448
Associate, Multiple US Locations · Global Technology and Privacy FirmPrivacy and data protection counselingRef VPO-0444
Associate, San Francisco · Global Energy and Infrastructure FirmCalifornia land use and energy infrastructure projectsRef VPO-0443
Corporate Associate, San Diego · Vault Top 10 FirmCorporate associate at a Vault Top 10 firm's San Diego office focused on venture capital and growth equity financings plus private company counsel. Substantial client interaction and deal responsibility.Ref VPO-0515
Tax Associate, Multiple US Locations, Vault Top 30 FirmEnergy tax specialist role supporting project finance and renewable energy credit transactions.Ref VPO-0517
Corporate Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 10 FirmCorporate healthcare licensing associate, 3+ years life sciences experience required. Vault Top 10 firm.Ref VPO-0568
Labor & Employment Associate, Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego · National Labor and Employment FirmSenior-level employment defense associate across southern California locations.Ref VPO-0594
Associate - Liability Management, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 5 FirmJunior Associate, Liability Management | Vault Top 5 FirmRef VPO-0584
Associate - Liability Management, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 5 FirmMid-Level Associate, Liability Management | Vault Top 5 FirmRef VPO-0583
Biotech Intellectual Property Counsel, San Diego, Leading Biotech IP FirmPatent prosecution counsel at leading biotech IP firm seeks specialist with 5+ years experience. Required background in biochemistry, immunology, and large-molecule patent law.Ref VPO-0628
Compensation & Benefits Senior Attorney, San Diego · AmLaw 100 FirmSenior attorney advising on qualified retirement plans and ERISA compliance matters in corporate transactionsRef VPO-0667
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
Trademark Associate, Multiple US Locations · Leading Intellectual Property FirmTrademark and copyright prosecution, enforcement, and counseling for a leading IP firm with offices across the United States. Work includes PTO office action responses, clearance analysis, cease-and-desist review, and TTAB proceedings. Requires 2–4 years IP experience.Ref VPO-0684
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 Associate, San Diego and San Francisco · Am Law 100 FirmM&A and private equity transactions for sponsors and funds. Acquisitions, growth capital deployments, portfolio company management, and exits.Ref VPO-0739
Corporate Associate, San Diego · Am Law 100 FirmCorporate associate focusing on mergers and acquisitions, including venture capital and private equity transactions.Ref VPO-0849
International Trade Associate, Los Angeles; Orange County; San Diego · AmLaw 50 FirmMid-level international trade attorney to advise on sanctions, export controls, customs, and foreign investment matters for multinational clients.Ref VPO-0881
Associate, San Diego · Vault Top 10 FirmMid-level capital markets associate at a top-tier firm, working on securities offerings for issuers, PE firms, and investment banks.Ref VPO-0911
Associate Patent Prosecution, Multiple US Locations · Leading IP FirmPatent prosecution for chemistry and pharmaceutical clients. Work on small molecule and pharma innovations for major companies using cutting-edge technologies.Ref VPO-0956
IP Litigation Associate, Multiple US Locations · Global Am Law 50 FirmPatent litigation associate at a global Am Law 50 firm representing Fortune 50 and startups in IP disputes. 3-6 years experience in patent litigation, ITC, and PTAB proceedings. $260k-$390k.Ref VPO-0974
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