Corporate Associate Attorney

A law firm seeks a Corporate Associate Attorney for its Washington, DC office. This role involves providing legal counsel on corporate matters, specializing in Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A). Here's a detailed job description:

Job Overview:

• Provided legal advice and support to clients on corporate transactions, particularly in mergers and acquisitions.
• Collaborate with a team of attorneys and professionals to deliver comprehensive legal services.
• Thrive in a fast-paced environment while managing individual responsibilities effectively.

Duties:

• Conducted legal research and analysis related to corporate transactions and mergers and acquisitions.
• Draft and review transactional documents, including contracts, agreements, and regulatory filings.
• Assist in due diligence investigations and transactional closings.
• Communicate with clients and counterparties to negotiate and finalize deals.
• Stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends affecting corporate transactions.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Law or Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• 2-8 years of experience practicing corporate law, focusing on M&A.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance, securities regulations, and contract law.
• Excellent academic credentials with a record of achievement.
• Admitted to practice law in the District of Columbia or eligible for admission by motion.

Certifications:

• Membership in the District of Columbia Bar Association preferred.

Skills:

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and resources.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

This full-service corporate law firm provides legal services to clients in the Midwest, nationally, and globally. Its practice areas include information technology law, business restructuring and insolvency, labor and employment, corporate and finance, compliance and regulatory services, privacy and data security, employee benefits and executive compensation, and government relations and legislation. The firm has offices in 5 major locations in the United States including Washington, District of Columbia, and New York City, New York.