Corporate Associate

Job Overview:
A distinguished law firm is seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney with 2 to 3 years of relevant experience to join its team. The ideal candidate will be involved in a wide range of corporate and commercial law matters, including mergers and acquisitions, general corporate governance, and business transactions. This opportunity is available in either the Buffalo, NY office or a Florida-based office, offering a supportive and collaborative legal environment for emerging corporate law professionals.

Location:

• Palm Beach, Florida

Duties:

• Support the corporate team in matters involving general corporate and commercial law

• Draft, review, and revise various business-related documents, including:

  • Shareholder agreements

  • Operating agreements

  • Merger and acquisition documents

  • Commercial contracts

• Advise clients on a broad spectrum of corporate legal issues

• Conduct legal research on corporate and transactional matters

• Evaluate the compliance of business practices and policies with regulatory and ethical standards

• Collaborate with attorneys across practice areas to deliver integrated client solutions

Requirements:

• 2 to 3 years of relevant legal experience in corporate law, M&A, and commercial transactions

• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple matters efficiently and effectively

• Strong interpersonal and client service skills

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school

Certifications:

• Admission to the bar and in good standing in the jurisdiction of the office location, or eligibility to waive in

Skills:

• Proficient in drafting and negotiating corporate and commercial agreements

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities

• Strong analytical and legal research skills

• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work collaboratively across departments

• High level of professional integrity and attention to detail

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

• • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Life and long-term disability insurance

  • Flexible spending accounts

  • 401(k) retirement plan

  • Pension plan

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Other firm-specific perks

Working collaboratively with clients, this firm assists them with every possible legal issue a business or an individual may face. The firm serves the legal needs of numerous public and private businesses, ranging from entrepreneurs to Fortune 1000 companies, as well as governmental entities, nonprofit institutions, and individuals. Realizing that diversity is a primary ingredient in providing superior value to clients, the firm attracts professionals with diverse professional and personal backgrounds.