Corporate Transactional Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking a Corporate Transactional Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of demonstrated experience in corporate law and transactions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, corporate finance, and corporate governance matters and will be adept at managing client relationships and complex legal issues.

Duties:

• Conducting due diligence and legal research for corporate transactions.
• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating transactional documents, including contracts, agreements, and corporate governance documents.
• Advising clients on legal matters related to mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, financing arrangements, and general corporate law.
• Managing and coordinating transactional closings.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New Jersey (NJ) or Connecticut (CT) Bar in good standing.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in corporate and transactional law.
• Experience with healthcare and life sciences industries is preferred but not required.
• Strong technical, professional, and client service skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research tools and databases.
• Advanced drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in work product.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Certifications:

• Bar admission in New Jersey (NJ) or Connecticut (CT).

This large, full-service firm is very women-oriented, and it has created many benefits to appeal particularly to women, including flexible work arrangements and 12-week paid maternity leave. Many of the firms attorneys are active in many community, professional and civic matters. Associates receive in-house training in a variety of areas and early client contact and hands-on experience. There is a business casual dress code, but associates are expected to keep professional clothing at the office in case of short notice meetings. All associates are expected to spend at least 50 hours annually on pro bono, and this is part of their billable hour expectation of 1800.