Corporate Attorney

A law firm in Detroit, MI, is seeking an experienced Corporate Attorney with expertise in business transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, private offerings, and capital restructuring. The ideal candidate will have excellent academic credentials, strong project management skills, and the ability to handle multiple projects while maintaining responsiveness and attention to detail. Admission to the Michigan bar is preferred but not required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist clients in a variety of business transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, private offerings, and capital restructuring.
• Provide legal counsel on general corporate matters, contract review, drafting, and negotiation.
• Lead and manage transactional matters, taking a first chair role as needed.
• Conduct due diligence reviews and prepare related reports and analyses.
• Draft and negotiate transactional documents, such as purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, and corporate resolutions.
• Advise clients on corporate governance, compliance issues, and regulatory matters.
• Maintain strong client relationships and deliver exceptional client service throughout engagements.
• Collaborate effectively with internal teams and external parties to achieve client goals and objectives.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Michigan State Bar (preferred) or eligibility for admission by motion.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience practicing corporate law at a law firm.
• Demonstrated ability to lead transactions in a first chair capacity.
• Strong transactional background with experience in mergers and acquisitions.
• Exceptional project management skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple deadlines.
• Superior attention to detail and accuracy in work product.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Preferred Certifications:

• Certification in Business Law or related field is advantageous.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave.
• Professional development opportunities and continuing legal education.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment with opportunities for career advancement.

This premier law firm is a full-service provider of legal counsel, highly values diversity and inclusivity. It is recognized by U.S. News & World Report, Chambers USA, and The Best Lawyers in America as one of the best law firms in the USA. This firm values flexibility and work/ life balance. The work atmosphere is friendly, supportive, and encouraging, but also challenging. The firm values its attorneys and provides support and opportunities that help them create a successful career. The benefits of this firm include 401(k) plan, paid Bar Association fees, expense account for business, development purposes, medical, dental and vision insurance coverage, parking, all needed technology, and more. The requires a minimum total of 2,000 billable hours per year. This firm commitment to society includes financial contributions to a mixture of organizations, pro bono services, helping schools in their educational programs. The firms invest in outside of work experiences, such as summer picnics, holidays, birthday celebrations, and other spontaneous events.