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Corporate (M&A/Venture Capital) Associate Attorney (2-4 yrs) - Am Law 200

$225k - $300k

McCormack Schreiber Legal Search

Job Description

About the Position:

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Our client, an Am Law 200 firm, is seeking a corporate attorney to join its Chicago office as an associate. The firm represents a diverse clientele that includes multinational corporations and private equity investors in a wide array of sophisticated domestic and international M&A transactions.

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Highlights:

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· Named a Best Law Firm in the Midwest by Vault Law

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· Recognized in BTI Consulting Group’s elite Client Service rankings

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· Strong community and pro-bono initiatives

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Responsibilities:

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· Advise clients across a broad range of industries on corporate and transactional matters, including M&A and venture capital deals

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· Draft and negotiate transaction documents, and oversee deal execution

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· Partner directly with senior attorneys and clients on sophisticated transactions

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Required Qualifications:

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· 2-4 years of substantive corporate and transactional experience

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· Background in corporate and M&A and/or venture capital matters

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· Strong drafting and negotiation skills

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Location:

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Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

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Compensation:

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The anticipated base salary range for this position is $225,000 – $300,000.

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About Us:

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McCormack Schreiber Legal Search is a leading legal recruiting firm serving clients and candidates in Chicago, California and across the country. For more than 30 years, we have helped law firms and companies find exceptional legal talent and attorneys navigate important career moves through deep market knowledge, longstanding relationships and a highly personalized approach.

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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