Transactions Associate Attorney

Job Title: Transactions Associate

Job Overview: A prominent law firm is seeking an experienced Transactions Associate to join their Transactions Practice Group. This position involves a broad scope of responsibilities, including emerging companies and venture capital (ECVC) financing, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), private equity, and general corporate counseling. The role offers an opportunity to develop professionally in a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

Location:

• New York, NY

Duties:

• Handle various types of corporate transactions, including ECVC financing, M&A, private equity, and general corporate advisory work.
• Provide comprehensive legal counsel to publicly and privately held companies, private equity funds, investors, and entrepreneurs.
• Prepare and manage sophisticated transactional documents and oversee projects from start to completion.
• Support and advise clients on mergers, acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and other commercial transactions.
• Interact directly with clients and senior partners to foster strong client relationships and effective communication.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of corporate law experience, with an emphasis on venture capital, early-stage financings, mergers, acquisitions, and related transactions.
• Strong document drafting skills and experience in managing complex projects.
• Exceptional interpersonal, writing, and communication abilities.
• A proactive work ethic and ability to work well in a collaborative, high-energy team environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Active Bar membership in the relevant jurisdiction(s) or eligibility for timely admission in alignment with the office location.

Skills:

• Advanced expertise in corporate and transactional law, including venture capital and M&A.
• Strong document drafting and project management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and client-facing communication capabilities.
• Ability to work efficiently in a collaborative and growth-oriented environment.

Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Adoption Assistance
• Backup Care for Dependents

A well-known, top-drawer firm with an especially strong health care practice, this firm offers offices across the U.S. in addition to European and Asian outposts. The firm is on an upward trajectory, with savvy acquisitions in hot markets marking the last decade. The accolades and honors keep rolling in for this firm, meaning that attorneys can be sure they will be among the best and the brightest. A full-service firm with excellence in business law, litigation, and intellectual property, this is an excellent place to start or accelerate one?s career.