Corporate Senior Associate Attorney, Counsel or Partner

A law firm in Holmdel, NJ is seeking a Corporate Senior Associate Attorney, Counsel, or Partner with 6+ years of experience in corporate transactions. The ideal candidate will handle a variety of corporate legal matters, including equity structuring, general commercial transactions, private equity investments, M&A transactions, corporate governance, and joint ventures. Knowledge in areas such as securities law, tax, healthcare, and executive compensation is a plus. Bar membership in New Jersey or New York is required.

Job Responsibilities:

• Handle corporate transactions, including M&A, equity structuring, private equity investments, corporate governance, and joint ventures.
• Provide legal counsel on general commercial transactions, drafting and negotiating contracts and agreements.
• Advise clients on corporate governance matters, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.
• Assist in the formation, structuring, and operation of joint ventures and other corporate entities.
• Work closely with clients on private equity investments and advise on related legal matters.
• Provide strategic advice on equity structuring, financing, and corporate restructurings.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and legal teams to manage large-scale M&A transactions and corporate deals.
• Advise clients on regulatory issues, including securities laws, tax implications, healthcare regulations, and executive compensation when applicable.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance standards and relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Stay updated on changes in corporate and business law to provide accurate and current legal advice.

Requirements:

• 6+ years of experience in corporate transactions, including equity structuring, M&A, private equity, and joint ventures.
• Experience with corporate governance and commercial transactions.
• Bar membership in New Jersey or New York is required.
• Strong legal research, writing, and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of securities law, tax law, healthcare law, and executive compensation is a plus.
• Ability to manage complex corporate transactions and work collaboratively with other attorneys.
• Client communication skills, with the ability to provide clear legal guidance and develop client relationships.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New Jersey or New York State Bar is required.

Certifications (Preferred):

• Certification or coursework in corporate law, securities, tax, or executive compensation is beneficial but not required.

Key Skills:

• Expertise in corporate transactions, including M&A, private equity, joint ventures, and equity structuring.
• Strong corporate governance knowledge and experience with commercial transactions.
• Client management skills, with the ability to build long-term relationships and provide strategic legal advice.
• Proficiency in negotiating complex agreements and ensuring compliance with corporate laws.
• Knowledge of securities laws, tax regulations, and healthcare laws is an advantage.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for a senior corporate attorney to join a reputable law firm in Holmdel, NJ, with the chance to handle complex corporate transactions and work on high-level corporate governance and M&A matters.

Headquartered in Hackensack, New Jersey, this is one of the state's leading general commercial law firms, with a state-wide practice. It also has other offices in New Jersey and New York. Its areas of practice include litigation, criminal defense, alternative dispute resolution, commercial real estate, legal ethics, environmental law, family law, and tax. Chambers USA 2020 guide recognized it as a top law firm in New Jersey in the areas of white-collar crime and general commercial litigation.