Transactional Associate Attorney

A law firm in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a Transactional Associate Attorney to play a crucial role in negotiating and advising clients on corporate contracts. The candidate will represent clients in various transactional legal matters, including licensing agreements, fund raising activities, and contract negotiations. They will provide guidance on a variety of legal topics, focusing on contract and M&A matters.

Job Details:

• Negotiate and advise clients on contracts for corporate entities.
• Represent clients in a wide range of transactional legal matters, from licensing agreements to fund raising activities and contract negotiations.
• Participate in contract negotiation and interface directly with business teams.
• Analyze, review, and draft contracts, discussing issues and priorities with business teams and corporate leadership.
• Supervise and collaborate with outside counsel, when necessary.
• Provide guidance and counsel on various legal topics, with a focus on contracts and M&A matters.
• Familiarity with working with SaaS and software companies is a plus.

Requirements:

• Strong credentials and membership in good standing with the State Bar of California.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in transactional law.
• Strong interest in gaining corporate, M&A, and general transactional experience.
• License and good standing with the State Bar of California.

Education:

Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.

Skills:

• Excellent negotiation and contract drafting skills.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide practical solutions.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work with cross-functional teams.

This full-service law firm represents corporate, institutional, and individual clients at both the trial and appellate levels in federal and state courts. Though diverse in their geographic, social, and educational backgrounds, the attorneys at the firm are committed to the firm's philosophies of continued professional advancement and value-driven legal representation. The firm practices in the areas of appellate, bankruptcy, business, casualty, construction, coverage, labor and employment, environment, and entertainment. This firm has a fun yet professional and friendly culture with focus on both the individual and the team.