Corporate Associate Attorney

A law firm in Houston is seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney to serve as the second chair lawyer on complex commercial transactions. The ideal candidate will have 2 years of experience in general corporate transactional matters, including mergers and acquisitions, Reg. D securities offerings, and corporate drafting in a law firm environment. An LL.M. degree and eligibility for Texas Bar Licensure are required.

Duties:

• Assist in structuring and negotiating complex commercial transactions.
• Conduct legal research and provide analysis for corporate matters.
• Draft and review transactional documents, including contracts, agreements, and corporate governance documents.
• Participate in due diligence processes for mergers and acquisitions.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Requirements:

• LL.M. degree in Corporate Law or related field.
• Eligibility for Texas Bar Licensure.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in general corporate transactional matters.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions, Reg. D securities offerings, and corporate drafting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Education:

LL.M. degree in Corporate Law or related field.

Certifications:

Texas Bar Licensure (must be eligible).

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research methods and tools.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Knowledge of corporate governance principles and regulations.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills.

Join the large Houston office of this exciting firm. Practice areas include corporate, litigation, tax, employment, and immigration law. This firm is in a period of strong growth, and it needs to hire more talented attorneys immediately. In recent years, this firm has grown very steadily year after year. This firm prides itself on being a strong presence in the Texas market. Associates at this firm give it high marks for a balanced practice. This firm is equally strong in litigation, corporate and tax. One thing we like about this firm is the variety of clients they represent. For example, this firm represents both public and private companies as well as numerous family-run businesses. As such, associates working here often get very early responsibility and also get the opportunity to become as involved in many matters as they are capable of. This firm has a solid reputation in the Texas market and, although less than 50 years old, the firm has established a strong presence for itself there.