Mid-Level Corporate/Securities Associate Attorney

Job Title: Mid-Level Corporate/Securities Associate Attorney

Job Location: New York City, NY

Job Overview:

A leading law firm is seeking a mid-level corporate and securities associate to join its growing team in New York City. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in capital markets, corporate governance, and securities law, and will be responsible for advising corporate clients on various transactions. This position offers a dynamic environment for an attorney to work with both financial institutions and private/public corporations.

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on general corporate governance matters and provide securities law counsel related to public and private financings, mergers, and acquisitions.
• Represent financial institutions and corporate clients in diverse capital markets transactions, including U.S. registered debt, equity offerings, initial public offerings (IPOs), and cross-border Rule 144A/Regulation S transactions.
• Assist clients with the preparation and filing of SEC reports, including quarterly and annual filings.
• Draft and review complex legal documents related to capital markets transactions.
• Manage multiple files simultaneously and take primary responsibility for various client matters.
• Collaborate effectively with senior attorneys and other team members, as well as interact with clients directly.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and strong client service orientation.

Requirements:

• Experience in corporate law, specifically in securities and capital markets.
• Proven experience advising clients on corporate governance, securities law, and transactions involving public/private financings.
• Strong drafting, research, and analytical skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with a team-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and prioritize effectively.
• Strong judgment and the ability to work independently.
• Active membership in good standing with the New York State Bar.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in New York.

Skills:

• Expertise in corporate and securities law, including SEC reporting requirements.
• Experience with capital markets transactions, particularly debt/equity offerings and IPOs.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

Law offices are based in Toronto, New York and Calgary. Area of specialization is business law. The legal practice was formed in 1941. Two-hundred and seventy-six qualified attorneys and a professional support staff are employed at the firm. They represent clients worldwide. Practice areas and industries are significant. Some of their practice areas include competition-antitrust, corporate-capital markets, intellectual property and litigation-dispute resolution. The law practice endorses pro-bono work.