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We're looking for a senior corporate lawyer to help Lemonade navigate the legal complexities of being a public, high-growth company at the intersection of insurance and AI. Reporting into our CLO, this role sits at the center of Lemonade's Legal team, partnering directly with executive leadership and the Board on everything from capital markets and M&A to corporate governance and commercial strategy.
We believe three things matter for every role at Lemonade: drive to push through challenges, efficiency that keeps standards high while moving fast, and adaptability that lets you pivot with data and AI insights. These aren't buzzwords, they're how we actually work.
We’ve been AI-native since 2015. We're building the future of insurance with AI at its core, and we love people who are genuinely excited to learn and grow alongside these tools.
In this role you'll
Lead legal support for capital markets activities, including equity offerings, debt issuances, and capital management initiatives
Advise management and the Board on SEC, NYSE, and other securities law requirements, including periodic reporting, insider trading compliance, Regulation FD, and Rule 10b5-1 plans
Manage disclosure controls and procedures, proxy statements, Form 4 filings, and investor communications
Drive legal execution of acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and strategic investments, including due diligence, transaction structuring, and negotiation
Oversee significant commercial agreements, vendor contracts, and strategic partnerships, while building scalable contracting processes and templates
Advise executive leadership and the Board on corporate governance matters, fiduciary duties, and delegations of authority
Support Board and committee meetings as Assistant Corporate Secretary, and monitor regulatory and legislative developments across our operating jurisdictions
What you'll need
10+ years of relevant legal experience at a nationally recognized law firm and/or public company legal department
J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction in good standing
Deep expertise in securities law, public company reporting, SOX compliance, and corporate governance
Proven M&A and strategic transaction experience, including cross-functional project management and coordination of outside counsel
Strong contract negotiation and drafting skills, with experience advising senior executives, boards, and audit committees
Genuine enthusiasm for AI-powered legal tools, and a track record of building or improving legal workflows with technology
Ready to work in our NYC office 3 days per week
Please note that we are unable to sponsor applicants for work visas.
Lemonade's US base salary range for this full-time position is $225,000 - $250,000 plus equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Our competitive total rewards package includes comprehensive health & wellness coverage, equity, a 401(k) plan with employer match, 20 paid vacation days, and parental leave. Speak to your recruiter to hear more about the specific salary range for your preferred location and our total rewards package.
We're looking for a senior corporate lawyer to help Lemonade navigate the legal complexities of being a public, high-growth company at the intersection of insurance and AI. Reporting into our CLO, this role sits at the center of Lemonade's Legal team, partnering directly with executive leadership and the Board on everything from capital markets and M&A to corporate governance and commercial strategy.
We believe three things matter for every role at Lemonade: drive to push through challenges, efficiency that keeps standards high while moving fast, and adaptability that lets you pivot with data and AI insights. These aren't buzzwords, they're how we actually work.
We’ve been AI-native since 2015. We're building the future of insurance with AI at its core, and we love people who are genuinely excited to learn and grow alongside these tools.
In this role you'll
Lead legal support for capital markets activities, including equity offerings, debt issuances, and capital management initiatives
Advise management and the Board on SEC, NYSE, and other securities law requirements, including periodic reporting, insider trading compliance, Regulation FD, and Rule 10b5-1 plans
Manage disclosure controls and procedures, proxy statements, Form 4 filings, and investor communications
Drive legal execution of acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and strategic investments, including due diligence, transaction structuring, and negotiation
Oversee significant commercial agreements, vendor contracts, and strategic partnerships, while building scalable contracting processes and templates
Advise executive leadership and the Board on corporate governance matters, fiduciary duties, and delegations of authority
Support Board and committee meetings as Assistant Corporate Secretary, and monitor regulatory and legislative developments across our operating jurisdictions
What you'll need
10+ years of relevant legal experience at a nationally recognized law firm and/or public company legal department
J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in at least one U.S. jurisdiction in good standing
Deep expertise in securities law, public company reporting, SOX compliance, and corporate governance
Proven M&A and strategic transaction experience, including cross-functional project management and coordination of outside counsel
Strong contract negotiation and drafting skills, with experience advising senior executives, boards, and audit committees
Genuine enthusiasm for AI-powered legal tools, and a track record of building or improving legal workflows with technology
Ready to work in our NYC office 3 days per week
Please note that we are unable to sponsor applicants for work visas.
Lemonade's US base salary range for this full-time position is $225,000 - $250,000 plus equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Our competitive total rewards package includes comprehensive health & wellness coverage, equity, a 401(k) plan with employer match, 20 paid vacation days, and parental leave. Speak to your recruiter to hear more about the specific salary range for your preferred location and our total rewards package.
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- Amazon11
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- Law Office of Bryan Fagan6
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in legal associate jobs.
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Active bar admission or eligibility to sit for the bar
- Experience with legal research platforms such as Westlaw or LexisNexis
- Demonstrated legal writing and drafting skills through coursework or prior work
- Familiarity with contract review, due diligence, or litigation support workflows
- Proficiency with document management systems and Microsoft Office Suite
Tips for Your Legal Associate Job Search
Tailor your resume to each practice area
Litigation associate roles call out courtroom support and discovery management, while transactional roles want contract drafting and due diligence. Pull two or three keywords directly from each job posting and match them to real work you've done, not generic legal skills.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists legal associate openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Highlight bar admission status clearly
Many legal associate postings filter by bar status before a recruiter reads anything else. Put your jurisdiction and admission date near the top of your resume, and note if you're pending admission so hiring managers aren't left guessing about your timeline.
Quantify your research and drafting output
Vague language like 'assisted with legal research' gets skipped. Specify the types of briefs, memos, or contracts you've produced, the subject-matter areas covered, and the stakes involved, so interviewers can gauge the complexity of work you can handle independently.
Prepare a substantive writing sample in advance
Most legal associate interviews request a writing sample before or during the process. Choose a memo or brief that shows analytical depth and clean cite-checking, redact any client-identifying information, and have it ready to send within hours of a request.
Ask targeted questions about caseload and supervision
In the interview, ask how work is assigned, how much direct partner access you'd have, and what a typical first-year caseload looks like. These questions signal professional maturity and give you real data to compare across offers before you decide.
Legal Associate Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most legal associates?
The companies hiring the most legal associates right now include Amazon, Meta, and Law Office of Bryan Fagan, with the largest share of openings in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Corporate legal departments in financial services and technology tend to post high volumes of associate roles alongside traditional law firms.
How many legal associate jobs are remote?
About 54% of legal associate openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which is lower than many professional fields because courts and clients often require in-person presence. Contract review, compliance advisory, and regulatory research roles are most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a legal associate?
You become a legal associate by earning a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school, passing the bar exam in your target jurisdiction, and gaining practical experience through internships, clinics, or clerkships. From there, you apply to firms or corporate legal departments in a practice area that matches your coursework and work samples.
Can you get a legal associate job with little experience?
Yes, entry-level legal associate roles exist specifically for new law graduates and law clerks. Employers hiring at this level weight your academic record, writing samples, and law school clinic or internship experience heavily. Focusing your applications on firms or departments that run formal first-year associate programs gives you the clearest path in.
What does the legal associate interview process look like?
A typical legal associate interview process starts with an initial screen by a recruiter or HR contact, followed by one or two rounds with attorneys from the practice group. You'll usually be asked to discuss a writing sample and walk through your research or drafting experience. Some employers include a short written exercise or a callback with a senior partner.
Where can I find and apply to legal associate jobs?
You can find and apply to legal associate jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your practice area, seniority, and location preferences, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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