Mid-level Corporate and Business Transactions Associate

Job Overview:
A prominent international law firm is seeking to hire a highly qualified midlevel associate to join its Corporate & Business Transactions practice group. The ideal candidate will have 4-5 years of law firm experience, specifically in M&A/Private Equity transactions, with a focus on drafting and negotiating transaction agreements. The position offers the opportunity to work on complex corporate transactions while collaborating with experienced legal professionals.

Location:

• Hartford, CT

Duties:

• Manage M&A/Private Equity transactions, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating transaction agreements.
• Provide legal guidance and support to clients on complex corporate transactions.
• Conduct legal research to support corporate transaction matters.
• Assist senior attorneys with structuring deals and resolving legal challenges.
• Prepare and review legal documents, such as contracts, agreements, and related transaction documents.
• Support business development efforts and client relationships.

Requirements:

• 4-5 years of experience in M&A/Private Equity transactions at a law firm.
• Strong expertise in drafting and negotiating transaction agreements.
• Ability to manage complex legal matters and work efficiently under pressure.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Active member of the bar in the state of the office location where applying.
• Strong organizational, drafting, and analytical skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active Bar Membership in the state of the office where applying.

Skills:

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficient in legal research and using legal research tools and software.
• Ability to handle complex legal issues and manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Effective communication skills for working with clients and internal teams.

Benefits:

• Performance-based annual bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(k) eligibility with firm matching contributions.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and parental leave.
• Opportunities for professional development and continuing legal education.
• Potential for remote work or flexible work arrangements.
• Stability in a well-established, growing law firm.

This international law firm has 15 offices worldwide and works in the areas of private equity, employment and labor, eDiscovery, distressed real estate, employee benefit and executive compensation, government affairs, intellectual property, insurance, trial practice, investment management, technology mergers and acquisitions, tax transfer pricing, public company reporting, healthcare, accountant defence, climate change, cross border experience, financial reform, emerging growth companies, commercial litigation, hedge funds, promotion, marketing and advertising, environment litigation and estate planning.