Corporate Securities/Capital Markets Associate Attorney

A law firm in Dallas, TX, is seeking a Corporate Securities/Capital Markets Associate Attorney with 2-5 years of experience in corporate law, focusing on securities law and capital markets transactions. The candidate must have expertise in public company reporting obligations, SEC compliance, public securities offerings, and corporate governance. This role involves advising clients on regulatory requirements, leading due diligence teams, and drafting critical documents for securities transactions. The ideal candidate must have strong writing abilities, excellent academics, and the capacity to work independently on multiple projects.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on public company reporting obligations, including SEC compliance and corporate governance matters.
• Counsel clients on public and private offerings of equity and debt securities.
• Draft and review legal documents related to securities offerings, such as prospectuses, offering memoranda, and registration statements.
• Oversee and coordinate due diligence processes, managing specialists and ensuring thoroughness in the review of transactions.
• Monitor changes in SEC regulations and reporting requirements to ensure client compliance.
• Provide legal counsel on corporate governance and compliance best practices.
• Work closely with clients, internal teams, and external advisors to execute capital markets transactions efficiently.
• Manage multiple client assignments with minimal supervision, meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of experience in corporate law with an emphasis on securities law and capital markets transactions.
• Expertise in public company reporting, SEC regulations, and corporate governance compliance.
• Experience leading due diligence teams and handling public and private securities offerings.
• Strong legal drafting skills, particularly in the context of securities and regulatory filings.
• Ability to independently manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the Texas State Bar or eligibility for admission.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Proficiency in securities law, public offerings, and capital markets transactions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail in drafting legal documents.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing due diligence and legal teams.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex legal and regulatory information.
• Outstanding organizational and time-management abilities, capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• High academic achievements, reflecting strong analytical and legal reasoning skills.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with productivity and discretionary bonuses.
• Comprehensive health, life, accident, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions.

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