Associate - Corporate (Capital Markets) - New York, Chicago, & Washington D.C.

McDermott Will & Schulte is a leading global law firm. Locations Washington, D.C.; New York; Chicago. Key Responsibilities Represent issuers and underwriters in a range of public and private securities offerings and related transaction execution work. Advise on SEC reporting and compliance matters and ongoing public company obligations. Support public company workstreams, including corporate governance and NYSE/Nasdaq compliance. Draft, review, and negotiate offering and transaction documentation (including ancillary and closing documents) and manage signature/closing processes. Coordinate with and liaise with regulatory authorities and stock exchanges in connection with capital markets matters. Conduct legal research and provide support on issues involving regulatory compliance and corporate governance. Collaborate with colleagues across offices and practices to support cross-border and multi-disciplinary deal teams and ensure seamless execution. Participate in client calls/meetings and help manage timelines, diligence, and deliverables in a fast-paced transaction environment. Required Qualifications At least 3 years of relevant capital markets or corporate transactional experience at a law firm (or comparable sophisticated practice setting). At least 3 years of experience working with equity capital markets such as underwritten offerings, registered directs, and confidentially marketed public offerings. Experience with drafting registration statements and Exchange Act disclosure, such as 10‑K’s and 10‑Q’s. J.D. (or equivalent). Admitted to the bar in the jurisdiction where the candidate will sit. Excellent legal drafting, analytical, and writing skills, with strong attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple deadlines under pressure while delivering high‑quality work product. Preferred / Plus Factors Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a practice that values initiative, responsibility, and client‑facing ownership. Compensation and Benefits 2026/2025 Class Compensation: $225,000 2024 Class Compensation: $235,000 2023 Class Compensation: $260,000 2022 Class Compensation: $310,000 2021 Class Compensation: $365,000 2020 Class Compensation: $390,000 2019 Class Compensation: $420,000 2018 and more senior class compensation years: $435,000 #J-18808-Ljbffr McDermott Will & Schulte