Corporate Associate / Attorney

Join a well-established, mid-sized law firm recognized for its collaborative culture, top-tier corporate law practice, and commitment to attorney development. Our client serves a diverse mix of local businesses and large national clients, handling mergers and acquisitions (M&A), corporate governance, entity formation, high-profile transactions and complex corporate matters. With a clear partnership track, lockstep equity model, and hybrid work flexibility, this is an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious attorney to advance their career while gaining significant client exposure.

 

We are seeking a Corporate Associate with 3-7 years of experience to join a busy corporate practice. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with partners and firm leadership while managing meaningful client matters and taking initiative. Candidates should be comfortable working independently while providing regular updates, asking the right questions, and proactively advancing transactions.

The work is diverse, spanning mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, entity formation, contracts, and general business counseling, offering exposure to a variety of deal sizes and industries. 

 

• Manage and assist with a broad range of corporate and transactional matters, including M&A, joint ventures, restructurings, and business formations

• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents and contracts

• Lead due diligence efforts and advise clients on deal structure, risk mitigation, and corporate governance

• Collaborate directly with clients and partners on strategic matters

• Proactively manage workstreams, communicate status updates, and take ownership of deal progression

• Conduct legal research and provide practical guidance on corporate and compliance issues

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and admission to the New York Bar

• 3-7 years of transactional experience, ideally with exposure to M&A and general corporate matters

• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills

• Confident self-starter with initiative, curiosity, and strategic thinking

• Excellent academic credentials, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple projects

• Base Salary: $120,000 - $170,000 (commensurate with experience)

• Hybrid work: Approximately 50% in-office, 50% remote

• Partnership track: Lockstep equity model fostering collaboration and transparency

• 401(k) plan with strong firm match and discretionary profit sharing

• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and disability coverage

• Generous parental leave and flexible ramp-up/ramp-down policies

This role is ideal for attorneys who want diverse transactional experience, meaningful client interaction, and a clear pathway to partnership. Ambitious, proactive, and client-focused candidates will thrive in this environment while contributing to a highly respected corporate practice.