Corporate Associate

Job Overview

A prominent law firm is seeking a Corporate Associate with 2–5 years of experience to join its Corporate & Finance Practice Group. This position offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of transactional matters, including private equity and strategic mergers and acquisitions. The role is ideal for candidates who are collaborative, thrive in fast-paced environments, and are eager to contribute to a highly regarded corporate law team.

Location

• Cincinnati, Ohio

Duties

• Handle corporate transactional matters including mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures

• Work with clients on structuring, negotiating, and drafting deal documents

• Conduct legal due diligence for M&A transactions

• Assist with entity formation, governance, and general corporate matters

• Collaborate with colleagues across departments to provide comprehensive client service

• Manage multiple matters with attention to detail and responsiveness

Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience in corporate law, with a focus on M&A

• Experience with both private equity and strategic M&A transactions preferred

• Ability to manage responsibilities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

• Strong team player who can also take initiative and work independently

Education

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

• Strong academic credentials required

Certifications

• Admission to the bar in the state of Ohio, or eligibility to waive in

Skills

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities

• Attention to detail and sound business judgment

• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

• Strong interpersonal skills for client and team interactions

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package based on experience

• Opportunity to work in a collaborative, high-performing transactional practice

• Professional development and mentorship opportunities

• Access to sophisticated client matters and leadership visibility

This Ohio-based law firm was established more than 105 years ago and has 3 offices in the state. This law firm employs a sizable team of skilled attorneys and specializes in five main practice areas including business services, business transactions, government, intellectual property, and litigation. This award winning firm supports diversity in the labor force.