Corporate Associate

A law firm seeks a skilled Corporate Associate to join its team in Naples. This position offers the opportunity to work on a broad spectrum of corporate and commercial law matters, including mergers and acquisitions, business formation, and contract negotiation. The role involves collaboration with experienced professionals to provide tailored legal solutions to clients.

Location: Naples, FL

Duties

• Provide legal support across various aspects of corporate and commercial law.
• Draft, review, and revise legal documents, including shareholder agreements, operating agreements, M&A contracts, and commercial contracts.
• Collaborate with the team to counsel clients on corporate matters such as business transactions, shareholder agreements, and financing arrangements.
• Ensure corporate policies and procedures align with legal, regulatory, and ethical standards.
• Conduct thorough legal research on corporate governance and compliance topics.

Requirements

• 5 years of experience in corporate law, including mainly private equity.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Solid understanding of corporate compliance and regulatory frameworks.

Education

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

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law and in good standing within the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating corporate documents.
• Analytical skills for evaluating complex business transactions.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills for client engagement and teamwork.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Long-term disability coverage and flexible spending accounts.
• Participation in 401(k) and pension plans.
• Generous paid time off (PTO).

This Naples office of a New England law firm in business over 100 years specializes in tax, audit and offshore matters but recently has emerged as a significant player in Healthcare law as well. Its attorneys rave about the collegial environment and competitive pay scale.