Associate Attorney - Transactional Practice

BCG Attorney Search; Carlsbad (CA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an Associate Attorney for its transactional practice in Carlsbad, CA. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement, with no nights or weekends required, and emphasizes balance and client service.

Duties include entity formation, drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, M&A due diligence, trademark and copyright filings, and close collaboration with partners on deal execution.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school.
• Active California State Bar membership in good standing (or awaiting results).
• 0–10 years of transactional/corporate experience.
• Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and legal research/writing skills.
• Excellent judgment and client communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with entity formation and corporate governance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Support mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence.
• Assist with Trademark and Copyright filings.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on transactional issues.
• Communicate directly with clients under attorney supervision.
• Collaborate with partners and senior associates on deal execution and closings.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Legal research/writing

Client communication

Deadline management

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney for its transactional practice in Carlsbad, CA. This role offers a flexible work arrangement, including hybrid options, and is open to candidates with varying levels of experience. The firm values work-life balance, ensuring no work is expected on nights or weekends.

Duties

• Assist with entity formation and corporate governance matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Support mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence.
• Assist with Trademark and Copyright filings.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on transactional issues.
• Communicate directly with clients under attorney supervision.
• Collaborate with partners and senior associates on deal execution and closings.

Requirements

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar (or awaiting bar results).
• 0-10 years of relevant transactional/corporate experience.
• Strong contract drafting, negotiation, and legal research/writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines with attention to detail.
• Excellent judgment and client communication skills.

Education

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active membership in good standing with the California State Bar.

Skills

• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills.
• Proficient in legal research and writing.
• Excellent client communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off