Our dynamic, mid-sized firm represents the world's leading computer software/hardware innovators, ranging from small startups to unicorn emerging companies to global Fortune 100 giants. Our clients are drawn from around the world. Our work includes cutting-edge inventions in artificial intelligence, autonomous vehicles, video encoding, quantum computing, and cloud computing. We have a presence in Michigan, California, Dallas, Chicago, Boston, and Philadelphia and permit attorneys to work remotely from other U.S. locations.
Traditionally an IP boutique, we have in recent years built a practice of tech transactions, corporate, and middle market M&A, all focused on high technology clients. The department includes two corporate venture and M&A attorneys who are approaching retirement in the next 3-5 years.We are looking for a corporate and securities attorney with at least 5-10 years experience to help expand our corporate and transactions practice. This is an ideal opportunity for a person with initiative and ambition to help build a practice of enduring value for themselves.
Portable business is not required but is attractive. The successful candidate will have experience and proficiency in corporate, transactional and securities law matters, including but not limited to:
- Formation and operation of Delaware (and other state) corporations and limited liability companies
- Counseling new companies regarding choice of entity
- Federal and state securities law compliance and filings
- Structuring equity allocations to founders and employees of startup companies
- Implementation of equity incentive plans including stock options and restricted stock purchases
- Drafting board and stockholder resolutions for various corporate actions
- Counseling directors and executive officers of corporate entities
- Maintenance of corporate and stockholder records
- Issuance and transfer of capital stock
- Seed and venture capital financing transactions
- Mergers, acquisitions and dispositions
- Counseling through founder and employee disputes
- Drafting NDAs, MSAs, JDAs, Terms of Use, Privacy Policies and other tech agreements
- Basic familiarity with recurring tax, employment and intellectual property issues
Our transparent and formula compensation system rewards attorneys based on performance. For attorneys committed to billing 1800 hours per year, compensation ranges from $180,000 to $275,000 depending on experience.Young Basile celebrates diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
