Mid-Level or Senior Corporate Associate Attorney

A law firm in New York City, NY, is seeking a Mid-Level or Senior Corporate Associate Attorney to join its team. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in corporate law, with substantial exposure to capital markets and/or bank lending transactions. Experience in acquisition finance and related commitment processes is preferable. The role requires excellent oral and written communication skills, a strong academic background, and admission to the New York Bar.

Duties:

• Advise clients on corporate transactions, including acquisition finance and related commitment processes.
• Handle capital markets and bank lending transactions, ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate corporate agreements, including financing documents and transaction-related contracts.
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic advice on corporate and financial matters.
• Collaborate with clients, financial institutions, and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth transaction processes.
• Manage and coordinate multiple projects, ensuring timely and accurate completion.
• Provide guidance on corporate governance and regulatory compliance issues.
• Stay updated on industry trends and legal developments in corporate finance and capital markets.

Requirements:

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York Bar.
• 3+ years of experience in corporate law, with significant exposure to capital markets and/or bank lending transactions.
• Experience in acquisition finance and related commitment processes is highly desirable.
• Strong academic background and a proven track record in corporate legal practice.

Skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating complex corporate agreements and financing documents.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and work effectively with various stakeholders.
• In-depth knowledge of corporate finance, capital markets, and banking regulations.
• Effective legal research and strategic planning skills.

This firm is high on profits per partner, but low in terms of associate satisfaction. The good news? They are looking at it, says management, who is reinvigorating the attempts to address associate satisfaction and attrition. Although the work is good--associates feel that they learn through trial by fire, those wanting hands on mentoring or touchy feely interaction with partners will likely be disappointed. However, with major investment bank clients and a recipe for profitability, it is unlikely that this large New York firm will leave the Manhattan scene any time soon.