Corporate Associate Attorney

A law firm in Houston is currently seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of private equity, venture capital, and joint venture transactional experience. The ideal candidate should possess strong drafting and organizational skills, coupled with excellent academic achievements. The role requires prior experience in an Am Law 100 law firm, a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school, and State Bar admission or eligibility to obtain admission promptly.

Duties:

• Engage in private equity, venture capital, and joint venture transactional activities.
• Utilize strong drafting skills for legal documents and contracts.
• Conduct legal research related to corporate transactions.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to address legal needs.
• Ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Conduct due diligence for transactions.

Education:

Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.

Bar Admission:

State Bar admission or eligibility to obtain admission promptly.

Experience:

• 3-5 years of private equity, venture capital, and joint venture transactional experience.
• Require prior experience in an Am Law 100 law firm.

Skills:

• Strong drafting skills for legal documents and contracts.
• Exceptional organizational skills.
• Proficient in legal research.

This AmLaw firm is well-known for their banking sector, representing all 10 U.S. bank holding companies. Specializing in its Latin America practice, this firm prioritizes and provides diversity and inclusion amongst its associates. This firm has also obtained numerous accolades including a perfect score through the Human Rights Campaign's Corporate Equality Index for Best Place to Work for LGBT Equality two years in a row, Top 25 For Female Partners by The American Lawyer, and Top 60 Firms For Diversity by The American Lawyer's Diversity Scoreboard.