What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Counsel, Corporate &Transactional position at Corgan?
At Corgan we are passionate about great design. We are also passionate about great people, whether they’re clients, consultants, or coworkers. Corgan creates opportunities for personal and professional growth that bring out the best in ourselves and those around us by sharpening skills, leveraging technology, and encouraging communication. Our strength lies in our people, and those people consistently exceed expectations.
Corgan is actively seeking an experienced Senior Counsel to join our Dallas office to support the Chief Legal Officer (CLO) and Assistant General Counsel (AGC). This person will exercise good judgment, be able to work independently without significant oversight, have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as excellent verbal and written communication skills. The Attorney will represent Corgan’s culture, philosophy, and brand by assisting others in a client-centric, courteous, and professional manner always.
- Corporate transactional and government law
- Assist CLO and AGC regarding all stages of M&A deals, including structuring, due diligence, contracts, and closing.
- Conduct thorough legal and factual research to identify potential risks, liabilities, and legal issues associated with transactions.
- Provide counsel on corporate structure, board matters, shareholder rights, and compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Stay current on all relevant laws and regulations to ensure that business transactions are compliant and risks are mitigated.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including principals and corporate officers.
- Assist with ESOP administration.
- Entity formation and maintenance, both domestic and international.
- Assistance with shareholder records.
- Oversight of negotiating and drafting commercial contracts and Corgan office leases
- Management of internal forms and correspondence Coordinate with CLO, AGC, and outside counsel, as necessary.
- Other duties and responsibilities as determined by CLO and AGC.
- 10 years of experience in a corporate legal team or as a transactional attorney, with a track record of handling complex business transactions.
- Strong understanding of corporate law, contract law, and regulatory compliance.
- Experience in dealing with corporate compliance matters.
- Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to complete tasks without detailed instructions or oversight.
- Experience providing quality service; building relationships with internal and external clients.
- Experience supporting senior leadership.
- Strong time-management skills.
This position is designated as full-time on-site and requires the employee to be physically present at the assigned office location Monday through Friday during standard business hours. Regular, reliable on-site attendance is an essential function of this role.
Corgan creates opportunities for personal and professional growth that bring out the best in ourselves and those around us by sharpening skills, leveraging technology, and encouraging communication. Our commitment to the highest standards of professional ethics is unwavering. Our passion, drive for excellence, and abiding curiosity guide us each day in our interaction with our clients, partners, associates, and with each other. Corgan promotes a healthy work-life balance by removing obstacles and allowing you to focus on what you love doing, both inside and outside the office.
Join Corgan and help make amazing places at a place that makes you amazing!
*Only applications received through our website will be considered. For design positions, please also be sure to upload your portfolio or review of your application will be delayed. *
EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet
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