Digital Infrastructure Associate (Mid-Level)

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level Associate to join its Digital Infrastructure practice in Chicago, IL. The successful candidate will engage in a variety of transactions, including data center acquisitions and cloud service agreements, within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Duties

• Negotiate and draft purchase and sale agreements.
• Prepare data center leases and development agreements.
• Draft service level agreements and loan documents.
• Manage operating and joint venture agreements.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of relevant legal experience.
• Strong interpersonal and leadership skills.
• Ability to manage a challenging workload.
• Admitted to or eligible for admission to the relevant jurisdiction.

Education

• Strong academic credentials required.

Certifications

• Admission to the bar in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• High degree of maturity and responsibility.

Benefits

• Health insurance with optional HSA.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Dental and vision care.
• Life insurance and 401K.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Employee assistance program.
• Voluntary insurance programs available.
• Commuter and transit programs in certain markets.

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