Corporate Transactional Partnership Track Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Baton Rouge, LA, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Corporate Transactional Partnership Track Associate Attorney to join its dynamic team. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in transactional law, exceptional academic credentials, and a track record of high achievement. The role requires excellent writing skills, the ability to interact directly with clients, and a commitment to further developing client and referral relationships.

Job Duties:

• Handle a variety of corporate transactional matters, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and general corporate governance.
• Draft and review legal documents, contracts, and agreements related to corporate transactions.
• Conducted legal research and provided legal analysis on complex issues.
• Work closely with clients to understand their business objectives and provide strategic legal advice.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 3 years of transactional experience in a law firm setting.
• Excellent academic credentials from a reputable law school.
• Strong writing skills demonstrated through legal writing samples or publications.
• Proven ability to interact directly with clients and develop lasting relationships.
• Track record of high achievement and the desire to work in a fast-paced, challenging environment.
• Team player with the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Current State Bar license in Louisiana.

Skills:

• Proficient in legal research and analysis.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work efficiently under pressure.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to delivering high-quality work.

With more than 100 lawyers, this law firm serves the needs of large and small businesses and Fortune 500 companies. It serves clients in numerous industries, such as energy, information technology, banking, financial services, telecommunications, transportation, trucking, media, advertising, insurance, gaming, government, education, healthcare, manufacturing, real estate, retail, construction, leasing, environmental regulation, commercial litigation, products liability, business transactions, intellectual property, chemical exposure litigation, toxic tort defense, medical malpractice, bankruptcy and reorganization, labor and employment, state and local tax, administrative matters, lobbying, estate planning, probate, and insurance coverage litigation. The firm's history is one of lasting alliances with its clients. Attorneys are known to diligently pursue results that allow their clients to outperform their competitors.