Full-Time

Corporate Paralegal

Gunderson Dettmer

Gunderson Dettmer

501-1,000 employees

Global law firm for venture-backed companies

Compensation Overview

$75k - $180k/yr

San Francisco, CA, USA + 1 more

More locations: Redwood City, CA, USA

Hybrid

Hybrid work arrangement in the Silicon Valley office.

Bachelor's

Category
Legal & Compliance (1)
Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
Excel/Numbers/Sheets

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Requirements
  • At least one year of experience as a Paralegal in the areas of securities and/or general corporate law.
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written (grammar, spelling, format) and verbal communication skills.
  • Demonstrated problem solving skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with all levels of the organization and demonstrate a team-oriented work style.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to effectively handle shifting priorities and adapt to changing demands in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • BS/BA degree.
Responsibilities
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date corporate records including bylaws, certificate of incorporation, board resolutions, stock certificates, and annual reports.
  • Conduct legal research on corporate law matters, including state and federal regulations.
  • Assist with legal documentation and due diligence processes related to financings and mergers and acquisitions.
  • Maintain records related to shareholder meetings and voting procedures.
  • Assist with the formation and qualification of new business entities in various jurisdictions.
  • Create and revise legal documents such as corporate resolutions, amendments to bylaws, and operating agreements.

Gunderson Dettmer is a global law firm that specializes in serving the innovation economy. It provides legal services and strategic guidance to venture capital and growth equity investors, as well as pioneering private companies and public companies that emerge from the venture ecosystem. The firm’s offerings cover companies from inception through growth and maturity, focusing on rapidly evolving industries. Its practice combines deep industry expertise with scalable, high-touch service and trusted relationships to deliver pragmatic advice and help clients reach the next stage of their business. Unlike many generalist law firms, Gunderson Dettmer differentiates itself through an exclusive focus on the innovation economy, allowing it to predict, prioritize, and produce tailored solutions for clients at every phase. The firm’s goal is to propel clients toward what’s next by delivering timely, actionable legal and strategic support across all business activities.

Company Size

501-1,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Redwood City, California

Founded

1995

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • 2025 revenue rose 13% to $567.5 million, with RPL up 20% in 2026 reporting.
  • June 30, 2026, Gunderson announced Kate Cusick as first chief communications officer.
  • September 18, 2025, Catalyze launched, deepening startup relationships beyond billable legal work.

What critics are saying

  • OpenAI and Cisco dominate 2026 client news, exposing concentration in venture-adjacent tech exits.
  • Goodwin and Cooley keep hiring ECVC partners in 2026, pressuring Gunderson's talent moat.
  • If venture deal volume weakens again, Gunderson's 2025 growth engine loses momentum by 2027.

What makes Gunderson Dettmer unique

  • 2026 PitchBook ranked Gunderson #1 global VC law firm for the 12th straight year.
  • It sits inside the innovation economy, advising venture investors and startups across lifecycle stages.
  • 2026 opened eleven offices worldwide and won ten Chambers USA department rankings.

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Company News

CCR Magazine
Jul 28th, 2026
Ware Malcomb finishes Gunderson Atlanta office.

Ware Malcomb finishes Gunderson Atlanta office. Ware Malcomb, an award-winning international design firm, today announced construction is complete on a Class A office renovation project for law firm Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian, LLP. Ware Malcomb's Atlanta office provided interior design services for the 6,500 SF project, located in the Promenade Tower at 1230 Peachtree Street NE, adjacent to the Woodruff Arts Center and the High Museum in Midtown Atlanta. Image Courtesy of Samuel Ouderkirk With offices located throughout the U.S., Gunderson Dettmer is a leading international firm focused exclusively on the innovation economy, advising startups, growth companies, venture capital firms, and public companies on formation, financing, governance, and strategic transactions. "Our objective was to create a balance between privacy and openness, supporting focused legal work while maintaining a bright, contemporary environment. Our interiors team collaborated closely with the client and contractor to deliver a highly detailed interior, coordinating design intent with construction execution to achieve a cohesive and functional workplace," said Craig Anderchak, Director, Interior Architecture & Design, Ware Malcomb. The renovation addressed the design objectives with a variety of features to promote flexibility, acoustic comfort, and efficient circulation, while providing hospitality-driven amenities for both employees and clients. Distinct spaces within the interior plan include the reception area, main conference room, private offices, open workstations, a custom kitchen, a fully equipped area for client events and entertainment, a separate coffee bar, banquette seating nook, and a mother's wellness room. Custom millwork is the defining element of the space, featuring a natural material palette that flows from the flooring into the millwork and architectural details, balanced by sleek black accents for a refined, professional aesthetic. A central entry sequence features a marble transaction area with overhead acoustical baffles and a curtain added to improve acoustics. Half-height walls define departmental zones while keeping the workspace open and bright, with private offices located behind. High-tech touches in the design include a ceiling-mounted adjustable shading system in the conference room for flexible privacy, along with integrated baffles and curtain elements to serve as acoustic treatments. An opentodeck ceiling condition was maintained throughout the space, complemented by wood-look acoustical baffles that enhance sound control while introducing warmth and texture. General contracting services for the project were provided by Clune Construction. Established in 1972, is a dynamic, forward-thinking commercial real estate design firm providing professional architecture, interior design, civil engineering, branding, building measurement, structural engineering and MEP engineering services to clients throughout the world. With office locations throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Brazil, the firm specializes in the design of office, industrial, science & technology, healthcare, multifamily, retail, hospitality and public/institutional projects. The firm is also ranked among the top 10 Architecture/Engineering firms in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms and the Top 30 Interior Design Firms in Interior Design magazine's Top 100 Giants. More than half of Fortune 500 companies are Ware Malcomb clients.

IMA Network
Jun 30th, 2026
Ware Malcomb announces construction is complete on Atlanta office renovation for Gunderson Dettmer law firm.

Ware Malcomb announces construction is complete on Atlanta office renovation for Gunderson Dettmer law firm. ATLANTA (June 30, 2026) - Ware Malcomb, an award-winning international design firm, today announced construction is complete on a Class A office renovation project for law firm Gunderson Dettmer Stough Villeneuve Franklin & Hachigian, LLP. Ware Malcomb's Atlanta office provided interior design services for the 6,500 SF project, located in the Promenade Tower at 1230 Peachtree Street NE, adjacent to the Woodruff Arts Center and the High Museum in Midtown Atlanta. With offices located throughout the U.S., Gunderson Dettmer is a leading international firm focused exclusively on the innovation economy, advising startups, growth companies, venture capital firms, and public companies on formation, financing, governance, and strategic transactions. "Our objective was to create a balance between privacy and openness, supporting focused legal work while maintaining a bright, contemporary environment. Our interiors team collaborated closely with the client and contractor to deliver a highly detailed interior, coordinating design intent with construction execution to achieve a cohesive and functional workplace," said Craig Anderchak, Director, Interior Architecture & Design, Ware Malcomb. The renovation addressed the design objectives with a variety of features to promote flexibility, acoustic comfort, and efficient circulation, while providing hospitality-driven amenities for both employees and clients. Distinct spaces within the interior plan include the reception area, main conference room, private offices, open workstations, a custom kitchen, a fully equipped area for client events and entertainment, a separate coffee bar, banquette seating nook, and a mother's wellness room. Custom millwork is the defining element of the space, featuring a natural material palette that flows from the flooring into the millwork and architectural details, balanced by sleek black accents for a refined, professional aesthetic. A central entry sequence features a marble transaction area with overhead acoustical baffles and a curtain added to improve acoustics. Half-height walls define departmental zones while keeping the workspace open and bright, with private offices located behind. High-tech touches in the design include a ceiling-mounted adjustable shading system in the conference room for flexible privacy, along with integrated baffles and curtain elements to serve as acoustic treatments. An opentodeck ceiling condition was maintained throughout the space, complemented by wood-look acoustical baffles that enhance sound control while introducing warmth and texture. General contracting services for the project were provided by Clune Construction. Established in 1972, Ware Malcomb is a dynamic, forward-thinking commercial real estate design firm providing professional architecture, interior design, civil engineering, branding, building measurement, structural engineering and MEP engineering services to clients throughout the world. With office locations throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Brazil, the firm specializes in the design of office, industrial, science & technology, healthcare, multifamily, retail, hospitality and public/institutional projects. The firm is also ranked among the top 10 Architecture/Engineering firms in Engineering News-Record's Top 500 Design Firms and the Top 30 Interior Design Firms in Interior Design magazine's Top 100 Giants. More than half of Fortune 500 companies are Ware Malcomb clients. For more information, visit waremalcomb.com. July 1, 2026 June 30, 2026 June 29, 2026 June 28, 2026 June 26, 2026 June 24, 2026

PR Newswire
Jun 30th, 2026
Gunderson Dettmer appoints Kate Cusick as first chief communications officer

Gunderson Dettmer, a global law firm focused on the innovation economy, has appointed Kate Cusick as its first Chief Communications Officer. Based in New York, Cusick brings 20 years of communications experience from leadership roles at business advisory firms and marketing agencies. The hire follows the firm's appointment of Erin Stone Dimry as Chief Revenue Officer in 2024. Global Managing Partner Jeff Higgins cited strong 2025 financial performance and said the firm is building infrastructure to support growth ambitions. Cusick will work to elevate the firm's brand positioning and communications strategy. Gunderson Dettmer positions itself as the leading venture capital law firm globally, serving investors and companies throughout their lifecycle stages.

PR Newswire
Apr 7th, 2026
Gunderson Dettmer hits $567.5M revenue with 13% growth, tops global VC rankings for 12th year

Gunderson Dettmer, a law firm specialising in the innovation economy, reported 13% revenue growth in 2025, increasing from $503 million to $567.5 million. Revenue per lawyer rose 20% to $1.709 million, according to results reported to The American Lawyer. The firm maintained its position as the world's top venture capital law firm, ranking first globally and in the US for total VC deals for the 12th consecutive year in PitchBook's Annual Global League Tables. Gunderson also secured the top spot for combined venture capital and M&A transactions globally. The firm exclusively represents venture and growth equity investors and their portfolio companies. Gunderson Dettmer operates 12 offices across major venture markets worldwide, including Silicon Valley, New York, London, Beijing and Singapore.

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Mar 12th, 2026
Orrick Enhances Life Sciences and Tech Capabilities with Partner Gina Marek in Silicon Valley

Orrick enhances life sciences and tech capabilities with partner Gina Marek in Silicon Valley. Thursday, March 12, 2026 Orrick today announced the strategic addition of Gina Marek as a partner in the firm's Technology Transactions Group, based in Silicon Valley. Gina joins the firm from Gunderson Dettmer, where she served as Co-Chair of the Strategic Licensing & Transactions Group. Her arrival follows the recent high-profile additions of New York tech advisor Agatha Kluk and former USPTO Solicitor Farheena Rasheed. Gina is a recognized leader in advising emerging and high-growth companies on foundational intellectual property matters. Her practice centers on strategic collaborations, joint development arrangements, and high-stakes IPR conveyances, as well as representing investors in venture financings and strategic exits. With deep expertise at the intersection of life sciences and technology, Gina's experience spans pharmaceuticals, healthtech, software, hardware, e-commerce, and digital media. "We're excited to build out our platform to deliver holistic solutions for the most disruptive companies in life sciences," said Scott Iyama, Deputy Leader of Orrick's global Corporate practice. "Gina is a recognized leader in this space, sought after by companies throughout their lifecycle." Marek's appointment reinforces Orrick's position as a premier global advisor for the technology sector. The firm has been ranked as a top 5 global venture capital firm for eight consecutive years by PitchBook and a top 10 global firm for M&A deal volume in 2025 by LSEG. "Strategic IP and licensing transactions are essential to helping our company clients scale - now more than ever," said Sarah Schaedler, leader of Orrick's Technology Transactions Group. "We so look forward to collaborating with a top talent like Gina as we continue to grow our global technology transaction platform." "I've spent my career delivering pragmatic legal advice tailored to founders' needs, and I'm excited to be able to scale that practice on Orrick's wide-reaching platform," said Gina Marek. "I'm thrilled to reconnect with many colleagues and join new ones to grow with this team." Analysis | Jobs | News