Corporate Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Corporate Associate Attorney to join its Rochester, NY office. The successful candidate will have 4 to 7 years of experience in corporate law, handling complex transactions and providing strategic advice to business clients.

Duties

• Represent clients in mergers and acquisitions and other corporate transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate business agreements and transactional documents.
• Advise clients on corporate governance, entity formation, and compliance matters.
• Collaborate with partners, clients, and cross-practice teams on sophisticated legal matters.
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic risk assessments and recommendations.

Requirements

• 4-7 years of corporate law experience at a law firm.
• Admission to practice in New York State.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions, financial/securities offerings, governance, and compliance issues.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with private equity or venture capital transactions is a plus.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to practice law in New York State.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and drafting skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and analysis.
• Ability to provide strategic advice and risk assessments.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and associate bonus plan.
• 401(k) with 3% profit-sharing and 2% employer contribution.
• Medical, dental, vision, life, short-term, and long-term disability insurance.
• 4 weeks paid time off and paid holidays.
• Hybrid work schedule after onboarding.
• Professional mentorship and career development support.

This distinguished New York-based law firm has four offices in the state and is comprised of a sizable group of attorneys who provide excellent legal counsel in twelve areas of practice. The firm is an equal opportunity employer and strongly believes that a diverse workforce is critical to its success. The firm is also involved in a number of community outreach programs.