Corporate Attorney

Corporate Attorney $175,000 – $225,000 per year | Chicago, IL | On‑Site | Permanent Corporate Attorney (Associate or Partner Level) Our client is a well‑established, full‑service law firm with a strong reputation for providing practical, business‑focused legal counsel to privately held companies, entrepreneurs, and growth‑stage businesses. The firm offers a collaborative environment with direct client access and a strong platform for attorneys looking to build and expand their practice. Why Join Us? This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing corporate practice that has a clear need for experienced attorneys who can handle sophisticated transactional work. The firm is seeking someone who can step into meaningful matters immediately and contribute to client development and long‑term practice growth. For partner‑level candidates, this is a strong platform with real opportunity to expand an existing book of business. Job Details We are seeking a Mid‑Level Associate or Partner‑Level Corporate Attorney with experience in general corporate law and mergers & acquisitions. Key Responsibilities Represent clients in a wide range of corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and dispositions. Advise clients on general corporate governance, entity formation, and ongoing operational matters. Draft, review, and negotiate purchase agreements, operating agreements, and related transactional documents. Support due diligence processes and manage deal execution from start to finish. Collaborate with clients on strategic business decisions and growth initiatives. For partner‑level candidates: drive client development and expand firm relationships. Qualifications 4+ years of corporate law experience, including M&A and general business transactions. Strong drafting, negotiation, and deal management skills. Experience working with privately held companies and/or middle‑market transactions preferred. Portable book of business required for partner‑level candidates. JD from an accredited law school and active bar admission. Compensation & Benefits Competitive compensation based on experience and level. Associate compensation is lockstep based: approximately $175K starting, up to ~$225K by senior associate level. Bonus structure includes: ~15% origination credit. Productivity bonus for hours billed above 1,800. Additional profit‑sharing opportunities tied to overall performance. Partner-level compensation tied to origination and collections, with strong percentage‑based incentives. Full benefits package. Hybrid flexibility (up to 4 remote days per week, depending on role and practice needs). LegalInformation Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity, and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information or any other protected basis. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. #J-18808-Ljbffr