Corporate Associate

Job Description

Now Hiring: Mid-Level Corporate Associate

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M&A, Securities and/or Lending | Chicago Preferred | Hybrid

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Are you a corporate associate who enjoys working across a broad range of transactions?

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A law firm is seeking a mid-level Corporate Associate with at least three years of law firm experience in general M&A matters and a solid background in securities matters and/or lending work . The role offers the opportunity to contribute to a broad-based corporate practice and advise clients on complex transactions and governance matters.

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Location: Chicago strongly preferred. Bar admission is required in the state of the attorney’s resident and/or affiliated office.

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Salary/Package: Competitive salary dependent on qualifications and experience

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What You’ll Do:

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• Advise clients on mergers and acquisitions, private securities offerings, corporate governance and related matters.
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• Draft and negotiate transaction documents, including purchase, shareholder and confidentiality agreements.
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• Conduct due diligence and prepare reports for clients.
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• Coordinate with clients and cross-functional teams to help execute transactions.
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• Oversee junior associates and paralegals on matters.
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• Provide strategic advice informed by relevant legal developments and industry trends.
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• Support public securities and stock exchange compliance, including under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 and the Securities Act of 1933.
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Why this role stands out:

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• Join a broad-based corporate practice handling M&A, securities, finance and lending matters.
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• Build your skills through practice-specific training, mentoring and career development.
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• Grow your client relationships with business development coaching and support.
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• Enjoy comprehensive benefits and a hybrid work policy.
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Ideal Candidate:

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• At least three years of law firm experience, including general M&A matters.
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• A solid background in securities matters and/or lending work.
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• Strong knowledge of corporate law, securities regulations and corporate governance.
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• Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical and communication skills.
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• Ability to manage complex matters independently and work collaboratively.
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• J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to the bar in the relevant state.
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