What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mid-Level Corporate Governance / Litigation Associate position at Lateral Link?
Looking to straddle litigation, corporate governance, M&A, and financial services at an AmLaw 50 law firm? Lateral Link has a unique opportunity for you.
Our team is working with a top-tier law firm seeking a 3rd–6th year associate with significant Delaware corporate law experience to join a highly sophisticated and uniquely interdisciplinary practice.
This is not a traditional corporate or litigation role. The associate in this position will advise boards of directors, special committees, management teams, institutional investors, and significant stockholders on complex corporate governance and fiduciary duty issues that sit at the intersection of corporate advisory work, M&A, shareholder litigation risk, and Delaware Court of Chancery practice.
The work includes advising on conflict transactions, activism preparedness, governance audits, fiduciary duties, disclosure obligations, board process design, and high-stakes M&A matters, including going-private transactions, management buyouts, and interested stockholder deals. The role also involves supporting Delaware Court of Chancery litigation matters and helping clients navigate cutting-edge developments in Delaware corporate law.
One of the most compelling aspects of this opportunity is the breadth of exposure. The associate will work closely with partners across Corporate & Securities, Litigation, Financial Services, and other practice groups to provide strategic, integrated advice on sophisticated client matters. It is an exceptional opportunity for someone who enjoys intellectually complex work and wants a practice that meaningfully straddles transactional, advisory, and litigation work.
The firm is looking for top candidates with:
• 3–6 years of AmLaw 100 law firm experience
• JD from a top-tier law school with exceptional academic credentials
• Substantial Delaware corporate law experience (fiduciary duties, DGCL, Court of Chancery practice) is required
• Experience with M&A, governance, special committees, and/or shareholder disputes preferred
Flexible office options include New York, Philadelphia, Washington DC, and other major U.S. metropolitan areas.
This is a rare opportunity to build deep expertise in one of the most dynamic and high-demand areas of corporate law, while working directly with nationally recognized clients and leaders in multiple fields.
For consideration, please apply through this posting or confidentially email me at: bzoll@laterallink.com.