Corporate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Corporate Attorney in West Palm Beach to provide comprehensive legal guidance on corporate and compliance matters, including regulatory, employment, corporate governance, contracts, and private equity transactions. The role involves negotiating and drafting agreements and advising clients on business matters. This position offers a clear path for development and advancement for a motivated individual with a strong background in corporate law.

Duties

• Conduct legal research and analysis on corporate issues.
• Provide legal advice on corporate governance, contracts, and compliance.
• Draft and review legal documents, including contracts and agreements.
• Represent the firm in negotiations and legal proceedings.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure legal compliance.
• Stay updated on relevant laws and regulations.
• Assist in developing corporate policies and procedures.
• Provide counsel on legislative and regulatory matters.
• Prepare and negotiate complex agreements.
• Administer mergers, acquisitions, and similar transactions.
• Engage in marketing and business development activities.

Requirements

• Proficiency in legal research using Westlaw or Lexis-Nexis.
• Excellent legal drafting skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts effectively.
• Experience in negotiating contracts and agreements.
• Transactional experience in a corporate or in-house capacity.
• Organized and focused approach to work.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of corporate law principles and best practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and legal research programs.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the Florida Bar Association.

Skills

• Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills.
• Ability to react quickly to changing priorities.
• Initiative and resourcefulness.

Benefits

• Fulfilling team-oriented working environment.
• Outstanding benefits package.

Established in the first quarter of the twentieth century, this prestigious law firm has two offices in Florida and employs a fairly large team of highly skilled attorneys. It has thirteen practice groups, including agricultural law, business-corporate, eminent domain, financial institutions, litigation, and municipal law. Over the years, the firm's attorneys have been acknowledged numerous times in prominent industry publications.