Corporate Attorney

Job Overview:
A well-established law firm is seeking a Corporate Attorney to join its business law and transactional practice. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with 2-9 years of experience in corporate and transactional law, including mergers and acquisitions, contract negotiations, and general corporate governance. The firm offers a sophisticated and entrepreneurial environment with opportunities for growth and development.

Location:

• Providence, RI

Duties:

• Handle mergers and acquisitions, sales, and restructurings.
• Manage contract negotiations and drafting.
• Provide counsel on general corporate governance matters.
• Work on various corporate transactions and corporate law matters.
• Collaborate with clients and colleagues to ensure effective legal strategies.

Requirements:

• 2-9 years of corporate and transactional legal experience.
• Experience in mergers and acquisitions, sales, restructurings, and corporate governance.
• Strong contract negotiation and drafting skills.
• Preferred: Admission to the Rhode Island Bar or willingness to become admitted.
• Ability to manage complex transactions and provide strategic legal counsel.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Rhode Island State Bar (or willingness to obtain).

Skills:

• Strong corporate law and transactional experience.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage and oversee corporate governance matters.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package.
• Collegial and supportive work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a sophisticated practice.

With a focus on meeting and responding to their clients' needs, this Rhode Island firm focuses its practice on commercial litigation, mergers and acquisition, banking and finance, insurance coverage, corporate law, real estate, fiduciary and trusts, shareholder disputes, employment law, securities law, intellectual property, technology law, and trade and anti-trust regulation matters.