Corporate Associate

Job Overview

A respected 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 broad range of sophisticated transactional matters, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity deals, and strategic business transactions. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, collaborative, and capable of managing individual responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Location

• Cleveland, Ohio

Duties

• Handle mergers and acquisitions transactions from due diligence through closing

• Draft and negotiate transaction documents, including purchase agreements, merger agreements, and related ancillary documents

• Advise clients on corporate governance, entity formation, and compliance matters

• Support private equity and venture capital deals

• Conduct legal research and provide strategic advice to corporate clients

• Collaborate with colleagues and clients on complex transactional matters across various industries

Requirements

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

• Exposure to both private equity and strategic transactions preferred

• Ability to manage transactional work independently and within a team

• Strong attention to detail and time management skills

Education

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

• Excellent academic credentials required

Certifications

• Active member of the Ohio State Bar, or eligibility to obtain admission

Skills

• Strong drafting and negotiation abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment

• Business-focused legal mindset with sound judgment

• Capable of managing multiple deals and deadlines simultaneously

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package based on experience

• Direct client access and meaningful partner mentorship

• Opportunities for professional development and advancement

• Work in a collaborative environment with high-caliber transactional attorneys

• Exposure to a variety of industries and deal structures

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.