Corporate Associate

Job Overview

A leading law firm is seeking a Corporate Associate with 2–5 years of experience to join its Corporate & Finance group. This opportunity is available in any of the firm’s Ohio offices. The role offers the chance to work on high-profile, complex transactions in a collaborative and fast-paced legal environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in both private equity and strategic mergers and acquisitions and will be eager to contribute to a sophisticated corporate practice serving a diverse client base.

Location

• Columbus, Ohio

Duties

• Advise clients on a wide range of corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures

• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, merger agreements, and related deal documentation

• Conduct due diligence and risk assessment for corporate transactions

• Assist with private equity deals, joint ventures, and other investment transactions

• Provide general corporate counsel, including entity formation, corporate governance, and compliance

• Coordinate with colleagues across departments to support client needs on multifaceted matters

Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience in corporate law, with specific experience in M&A transactions

• Background in both private equity and strategic acquisitions preferred

• Ability to handle multiple deal-related tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to providing high-quality legal service

Education

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

• Strong academic record required

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the state of Ohio or eligible for admission

Skills

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and legal analysis skills

• Strong verbal and written communication

• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively

• Strong organizational and time-management capabilities

• Business-minded approach to legal problem solving

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Opportunity to work with a highly regarded transactional team

• Direct client interaction and mentoring from senior attorneys

• Supportive environment with clear growth potential

• Access to a variety of sophisticated corporate matters across industries

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.