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Executive Compensation & M&A Associate, Multiple US Locations · Premier Technology FirmPremier technology firm seeks a mid-level compensation and benefits associate with 4-5 years of experience focused on executive and equity compensation, including in connection with strategic and private equity M&A transactions and day-to-day counseling. Experience with growth-stage technology and life sciences companies is ideal; qualified plan, ESOP and health and welfare experience is a plus. Responsibilities include resolving executive pay and benefits issues in deals, designing equity and cash incentive plans and executive agreements, and drafting SEC compensation disclosures. Bar admission in the office's state required.Ref VPO-1108
Technology Transactions Associate, Multiple US Locations · Premier Technology FirmPremier technology firm seeks an associate with four to five years of experience to join its technology transactions team, supporting life sciences and technology companies on IP strategy and commercial agreements. Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating collaboration, partnering, licensing and other commercial agreements; advising on strategic alliances and product commercialization; and navigating IP and technology aspects of M&A, public offerings and venture financings. Admission to the bar of the office's state required.Ref VPO-1107
Employment and Labor Litigation Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 20 FirmMid-level associate for the employment and labor group with litigation at the core of the practice. Work includes trade secret and employee mobility, whistleblower (SOX, Dodd-Frank), wrongful termination, discrimination and pay disputes, wage and hour and pay equity class and representative actions, workplace investigations, transactional due diligence and executive agreements. Requires 4–6 years of experience and admission in the relevant state bar. Compensation $235,000–$310,000.Ref VPO-1102
Real Estate Associate, Multiple US Locations · AmLaw 50 FirmMidlevel to senior real estate associate covering acquisitions and dispositions, leasing, construction and development, financing and investment across property types, including a growing data center practice (colocation, hyperscaler leasing and powered land transactions). Requires 4–6 years of transactional real estate experience; familiarity with AI tools preferred. Compensation $310,000–$390,000.Ref VPO-1098
Complex Litigation Associate, Seattle · Vault Top 30 FirmMid- to senior-level associate (roughly 3–6 years) to join a complex litigation practice on high-stakes commercial disputes across a range of industries. Responsibilities include drafting motions, briefs and discovery requests, taking and defending depositions, and conducting legal research. AI experience preferred but not required. Washington bar admission or eligibility required.Ref VPO-1083
Patent Litigation Associate, Multiple US Locations · Premier Technology FirmJunior and mid-level associates for high tech and life sciences patent litigation practices, with one to six years of patent litigation experience. Superior academic credentials and strong communication skills required. Technical degrees or industry experience preferred but not required. Bar admission in the office jurisdiction required or eligibility to sit/waive in.Ref VPO-1053
Fund Formation Associate, Multiple US Locations · Premier Technology FirmFund formation corporate associate with 4-8 years of experience to join a rapidly growing private investment funds team focused on venture funds, venture studios, incubators, accelerators and crypto-related funds. Requires extensive VC or PE private investment fund formation and counseling experience and relevant corporate and securities regulation knowledge. Bar admission in the office jurisdiction required or eligibility to sit/waive in.Ref VPO-1051
Venture Capital Associate, Multiple US Locations · Premier Technology FirmMid-to-senior corporate associate with at least 3 years in a sophisticated corporate practice focused on startup, venture capital and emerging company representation. Experience with or affinity for technology and/or life sciences companies required; M&A and/or capital markets experience a plus. In-house candidates with prior law firm experience welcome. Bar admission in the office jurisdiction required or eligibility to sit/waive in.Ref VPO-1050
Mergers and Acquisitions Associate, Multiple US Locations · Premier Technology FirmMid-level corporate associate with 3-5 years of substantial M&A experience at a leading corporate firm. Experience with, or affinity for, technology and/or life sciences companies is a positive. Superior academic credentials and strong communication skills required. Must be an active bar member in the jurisdiction of the office.Ref VPO-1048
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
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
Litigation Associate, Seattle · Global Litigation FirmComplex commercial disputes and insurance coverage litigation work in Seattle.Ref VPO-1001
Real Estate Associate, Multiple US Locations · Leading Environmental Law FirmReal estate attorney with 3+ years experience for environmental and real estate practice. Open to junior through counsel levels.Ref VPO-0060
Environmental Litigation Associate, Seattle, Washington · Leading Environmental Law FirmEnvironmental litigation attorney with 4+ years experience in environmental law and enforcement matters.Ref VPO-0059
Fund Formation Associate, Multiple US Locations · Leading Technology and Life Sciences FirmFund formation corporate associate at leading technology and life sciences firm. Organize and advise venture capital, private equity, and crypto funds.Ref VPO-0056
Employment Litigation Associate, Seattle · Business Litigation FirmEmployment litigation associate handling diverse matters including employment law, wage and hour, and business disputes with direct client involvement.Ref VPO-0092
Labor Associate, Multiple US Locations · National Labor and Employment FirmMidlevel associate to handle labor relations, NLRB matters, and employment litigation.Ref VPO-0087
Commercial Litigation Associate, Seattle · National Litigation FirmMidlevel commercial litigation role offering direct client exposure and substantive responsibility across litigation phasesRef VPO-0171
M&A Associate, Multiple US Locations · Top International FirmCorporate and M&A across several US offices for a top international firm; open to the class of 2024 and more senior.Ref VPO-0043
Technology Companies Associate, Austin / Seattle / Santa Monica · Leading Technology FirmEmerging-companies and technology work across a geographically flexible US platform at a leading tech-sector firm.Ref VPO-0029
Energy & Infrastructure EPC Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 10 FirmDrafting and negotiating EPC, O&M, and construction contracts for major energy and infrastructure projects globally.Ref VPO-0176
Tax Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 30 FirmTax associate role focusing on renewable energy transactions, federal tax credits, and project financing for a Vault Top 30 firm.Ref VPO-0224
Real Estate Finance Associate, Seattle · Leading Real Estate FirmReal estate finance associate serving lenders on affordable housing and development projectsRef VPO-0248
Corporate Associate, Portland; Seattle · Leading Corporate FirmMid-level associate, corporate and M&A practiceRef VPO-0277
Litigation Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 10 Technology FirmMid-level litigation associate handling IP and commercial disputes for a leading technology firmRef VPO-0314
Associate, Seattle · Leading Technology FirmEmerging Companies & Venture Capital associate at leading technology firm. Support venture capital financings, corporate governance, and strategic transactions for emerging companies and investors.Ref VPO-0302
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
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
Real Estate Finance Associate, Seattle · Leading Real Estate Finance FirmAssociate-level real estate finance and capital structuring, 5–8 yearsRef VPO-0356
Patent Prosecution Associate, Multiple US Locations · Leading Patent FirmPatent prosecution in software, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and emerging technology fields.Ref VPO-0388
Corporate & Real Estate Associate, Multiple US Locations · AmLaw 100 FirmEntry-level corporate and real estate associate. Join an AmLaw 100 firm in Boston, New York, Philadelphia, or Seattle to work on corporate transactions and real estate matters.Ref VPO-0396
Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 30 FirmEnvironmental and energy infrastructure associate (3–5 years) at a Vault top 30 firmRef VPO-0433
Technology Companies Senior Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 10 FirmSenior associate in venture capital and emerging company transactions at a top-tier technology-focused law firm.Ref VPO-0432
Labor & Employment Associate, Seattle · Leading Labor and Employment FirmLabor and employment associate focused on wage and hour and class action litigation.Ref VPO-0431
Mergers and Acquisitions Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 30 FirmMid-level associate for complex M&A transactions, domestic and cross-border.Ref VPO-0429
Mergers & Acquisitions Associate, San Francisco; Seattle; Portland · National Corporate FirmMidlevel M&A associate supporting private company buy-side and sell-side transactionsRef VPO-0454
Real Estate Associate, Multiple US Locations · Global Law PowerhouseMidlevel to senior associate position handling acquisitions, sales, financing, leasing, development, and joint venture transactions in real estate.Ref VPO-0453
Associate, Boston, Philadelphia, Seattle · AmLaw 50 FirmCorporate & Real Estate Entry-Level AssociateRef VPO-0449
Associate, Multiple US Locations · Global Technology and Privacy FirmPrivacy and data protection counselingRef VPO-0444
Media Litigation Associate, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Seattle · Vault Top-Ranked Media FirmMid-level media litigation associate at top-ranked First Amendment firm. Litigate platform defense and constitutional issues for technology clients. Handle regulatory and complex media litigation. 4–6 years litigation experience required.Ref VPO-0442
Energy and Infrastructure Associate, Multiple US Locations · AmLaw 100 FirmLeading energy infrastructure practice seeks associate (3-9 years) focused on offtake agreements and power purchase agreements for renewable energy and storage projects.Ref VPO-0440
Conflicts Attorney, Multiple US Locations · Leading National Law FirmProfessional responsibility attorney managing conflict resolution and ethics compliance for new business intake.Ref VPO-0468
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
M&A Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 10 Technology FirmJoin an M&A team advising technology and life sciences companies on major transactions.Ref VPO-0535
Real Estate Associate, Multiple US Locations · AmLaw 50 FirmAdvise on complex real estate transactions including acquisitions, sales, financing, development, and joint ventures. Work across multiple US offices with close mentorship from senior counsel.Ref VPO-0532
Patent Counsel, Life Sciences, Seattle, Washington · AmLaw 10 FirmMid-level patent counsel with 1-5 years biotechnology prosecution experience and advanced life sciences degree.Ref VPO-0528
Tax Associate, Multiple US Locations, Vault Top 30 FirmEnergy tax specialist role supporting project finance and renewable energy credit transactions.Ref VPO-0517
Cybersecurity and Data Privacy Attorney, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 10 Technology FirmVault Top 10 technology firm seeks cybersecurity and data privacy attorney with 4-7 years of experience in compliance, transactions, and incident response.Ref VPO-0579
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
Labor and Employment Associate, Seattle · Vault Top 30 FirmVault Top 30 law firm seeking mid-level labor and employment associate with 3–5 years of experience for Seattle office.Ref VPO-0631
Appellate Litigation Associate, Seattle or Portland · National Litigation FirmAppellate litigation associate at national firm handling briefs, oral arguments, and trial strategy. 2-5 years civil litigation experience required.Ref VPO-0624
Restructuring Associate, Charlotte; Portland; Seattle · Global Finance PowerhouseMid-level restructuring and insolvency associate available across three office locations, seeking candidates with three to five years of bankruptcy practice experience.Ref VPO-0622
Litigation Associate, Seattle · Vault Top FirmMid-level litigation associate position requiring three to four years of law firm experience with proven expertise in depositions and trial work.Ref VPO-0621
Corporate Associate, Seattle · AmLaw 100 FirmAmLaw 100 firm seeking a corporate associate for its Seattle office to work on M&A transactions and venture capital financings.Ref VPO-0645
Corporate M&A Associate, Multiple US Locations · Leading Technology Law FirmMid-level corporate M&A associate at a premier technology law firm supporting transactions for technology and life sciences companies.Ref VPO-0671
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
Mid-Level Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 10 FirmOSHA compliance and workplace safety matters for employers across diverse industriesRef VPO-0680
Private Client Services Associate, Multiple US Locations · Leading Private Wealth FirmMidlevel associate in trusts, estates, and tax planning for high-net-worth individuals and families. Requires 4-6 years transactional experience in trust and estate administration.Ref VPO-0675
Antitrust Associate, Multiple US Locations · Leading Global Law FirmAssociate role in antitrust and competition law, handling litigation, regulatory matters, and M&A review for multinational clients.Ref VPO-0719
Supreme Court and Appellate Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 20 FirmAppellate practice seeking senior associate with strong Federal Circuit and patent appeals background. Focus on complex patent disputes in high-tech and life sciences sectors, appellate issue preservation, and oral argument preparation. Requires 5-7 years appellate experience, Federal Circuit admission preferred, prior clerkship ideal.Ref VPO-0728
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
Technology Transactions Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 10 Technology FirmAssociate focusing on intellectual property and commercial transactions for technology companies.Ref VPO-0753
Patent Associate, Multiple US Locations · Leading Technology and Patent FirmPatent prosecution associate managing active dockets for multinational corporations and startups across multiple US offices. Requires 2–4 years experience with technical background in electrical engineering, computer science, physics, or related field. Bar admission required.Ref VPO-0804
Mid-Level Commercial Real Estate Associate, Multiple US Locations · Amlaw 100 FirmMid-level commercial real estate associate advising institutional investors and developers on acquisitions, dispositions, and financings across diverse asset classes.Ref VPO-0837
Labor and Employment Associate, Seattle · AmLaw 100Mid to senior associate opportunity in employment law. Handle litigation, class actions, wage/hour matters, and client counseling.Ref VPO-0822
Mid-Level Trademark & Copyright Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 30 FirmMid-level trademark and copyright associate at a top-tier IP firm. Manage global trademark portfolios, develop filing and enforcement programs, and handle prosecution for established clients.Ref VPO-0839
Life Sciences & Healthcare Regulatory Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 20 FirmVault Top 20 firm seeking mid-level associate for healthcare and life sciences regulatory practice across nine U.S. locations. 3+ years required.Ref VPO-0884
Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 20 FirmAssociate - Venture Capital & Emerging CompaniesRef VPO-0879
Labor & Employment Associate, Seattle and Orange County · Established National Law FirmLitigation and advisory work in wage and hour class actions, employment disputes, and union matters. 3-5 years experience required.Ref VPO-0900
Real Estate Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 50 FirmMidlevel associate role covering asset transactions, financing, leasing, and development work across multiple officesRef VPO-0921
Compensation and Benefits Associate, Multiple US Locations · Vault Top 30 FirmCompensation and Benefits AssociateRef VPO-0929
Labor Associate, Portland; Seattle · Global Employment Law LeaderMid-level labor law associate role focused on traditional labor law including collective bargaining, ULP litigation, and union representation work.Ref VPO-0941
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