What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emerging Companies & Venture Capital Partner position at BCL Legal?
An elite Am Law 50 firm is actively seeking a senior-level ECVC Partner to join its thriving Palo Alto office. This is a unique opportunity to integrate into a highly ranked national practice with deep roots in Silicon Valley’s startup and venture capital ecosystem.
The Ideal Candidate:
You are a seasoned ECVC partner with a strong footprint in the emerging companies and venture capital space. You’ve built trusted relationships with founders, fast-growth companies, and institutional investors, and you’re looking for a platform that can match your ambition and expand your reach. You bring a portable book of business in excess of $5 million, and you’re ready to leverage a top-tier brand, premier client base, and unmatched national resources.
What You’ll Do:
- Serve as trusted counsel to startups and scale-ups throughout their lifecycle — from formation to exit.
- Advise top-tier venture capital firms and strategic investors on financings and investments.
- Lead and manage complex venture financings, M&A, and growth transactions.
- Collaborate with a highly integrated national ECVC team and cross-practice experts.
- Continue to grow your practice with the support of business development resources and a tech-forward legal platform.
What Makes This Opportunity Different:
- Market-Leading ECVC Practice: Consistently recognized by Chambers, Legal 500, and PitchBook for startup and venture capital work.
- Strategic Silicon Valley Presence: Deep local roots with strong institutional ties to the startup and investor communities in the Bay Area.
- Collaborative Culture: Transparent, team-oriented environment that promotes cross-selling and client sharing.
- Firmwide Commitment to Growth: Significant investment in lateral integration and long-term partner success.
Requirements:
- JD from a top-tier law school; active membership in the California Bar (or eligibility to waive in).
- At least 10 years of experience advising high-growth companies and/or venture capital funds.
- A portable book of business valued at $5M or more is required.
- Strong client service orientation, leadership skills, and a collaborative mindset.
Next Steps:
If you're looking for a strategic move and a platform built to support sophisticated ECVC work at scale, we’d welcome a confidential conversation. Contact us to learn more about this high-impact opportunity in Palo Alto.
