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Transactional Associate Attorney

Type Full-Time

Location Illinois - Chicago

Job ID 7CF0425682

Experience Level Midlevel Associate

Job Experience Min. 5 Years

Ranking 3 : Mostly Business $$$

Estimated Salary Lower than Highest Salary Band in Market (Varies by Firm)

Practice Areas Corporate - M&ACorporate - GeneralReal Estate - GeneralReal Estate - FinanceReal Estate - LeasingReal Estate - Purchase and Sale (Commercial)Real Estate - Commercial Transactions

2026-07-13 02:22:37

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Transactional Associate Attorney in the Greater Chicago Area. The ideal candidate will join a dynamic team, handling corporate and commercial transactions independently while collaborating across multiple practice areas.

Duties

  • Represent clients in mergers, acquisitions, business formations, and restructurings.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate transactional documents, including purchase and shareholder agreements.
  • Assist with commercial real estate transactions, including acquisitions and leasing.
  • Conduct legal due diligence and prepare transaction summaries and closing documents.
  • Advise on entity selection, governance, and risk management.
  • Coordinate transactions from negotiations through closing.
  • Conduct legal research and collaborate on complex matters.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
  • Licensed to practice law in Illinois.
  • Minimum of 5 years of transactional legal experience.
  • Strong experience in drafting and negotiating agreements.
  • Exceptional legal writing and analytical skills.
  • High attention to detail and organizational abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple matters independently.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and client service commitment.

Education

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

Certifications

  • Licensed to practice law in Illinois.

Skills

  • Experience with mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, and commercial lending.
  • Familiarity with commercial real estate transactions.
  • Experience coordinating complex transactions.

Benefits

  • Health insurance.
  • 401(k) with firm contributions.
  • CLE support.
  • Hybrid work flexibility.

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