Member-Level Corporate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Cleveland, OH, is seeking a Member-Level Corporate Attorney with extensive experience in corporate transactions, complex estate planning, business succession planning, and general business counseling. The ideal candidate will work with a progressive team, serving existing clients, and should possess a self-starting attitude with a book of business. Strong organizational, writing, and communication skills are essential.

Duties:

• Handle complex corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures.
• Provide legal counsel on intricate estate planning matters, including asset protection and tax planning.
• Develop and implement strategies for business succession planning.
• Offer general business counseling to clients on various legal matters.
• Collaborate with the legal team to address client needs efficiently and effectively.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support client cases and transactions.
• Draft and review legal documents, contracts, and agreements.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the Ohio State Bar Association or eligibility for admission.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience practicing law, focusing on corporate law and estate planning.
• Proven track record of handling complex corporate transactions and estate planning matters.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple client matters simultaneously.
• Experience in business succession planning is highly desirable.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain client relationships.
• Detail-oriented with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership in the Ohio State Bar Association or eligibility for admission.

Skills:

• Extensive experience in corporate transactions and complex estate planning.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents, contracts, and agreements.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.

We like this mid-sized firm because it takes pride in the high quality of its attorneys. The firm looks for bright, creative, ambitious lawyers who will be able to provide leadership and far-reaching business counsel to clients. The firm culture revolves around individuality while promoting teamwork. New associates are quickly exposed to substantial professional opportunities, including some chances for early client contact. Compensation is competitive for first-year associates and above market for senior associates. Weve overheard associates praise the firm for its merit-based compensation system.