Corporate Transactional Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking a skilled Corporate Transactional Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of demonstrated experience in corporate and transactional law. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in due diligence, legal research, document drafting, and negotiation, particularly in mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate finance, and corporate governance matters. The role requires direct client interaction and managing various corporate and transactional tasks. Experience in healthcare and life sciences industries is desirable. The candidate must possess exceptional technical, professional, and client service skills and excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Collaboration and teamwork are emphasized, and NJ or CT Bar admission in good standing is required.

Duties:

• Conduct due diligence investigations.
• Perform legal research on corporate and transactional matters.
• Draft and review legal documents related to mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate finance, and corporate governance.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements.
• Manage substantial components of corporate and transactional matters.
• Interact directly with clients to address their legal needs and concerns.

Requirements:

• 3-5 years of corporate and transactional experience.
• Strong background in due diligence, legal research, document drafting, and negotiation.
• Comfortable working directly with clients.
• Experience in healthcare and life sciences industries (preferred).
• Excellent technical, professional, and client service skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication abilities.
• Team-oriented with a focus on collaboration.
• NJ or CT Bar admission in good standing.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• NJ or CT Bar admission in good standing.

Skills:

• Proficiency in corporate and transactional law.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Attention to detail in legal documents and agreements.
• Effective negotiation skills.
• Client-focused approach to legal practice.

This law firm is present in Boston, Connecticut, New Jersey, New York and Washington, DC. Their practice areas include commercial litigation, individual clients, energy and utility law, intellectual property, labor and employment, corporate and business law and real estate, environment and land use. With around 300 attorneys, this 100-year old firm has gained a superior and a high value reputation over the years and is well-positioned to provide help for regional, national and international clients.