Business Law Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

In-house CLEs

Firm-paid bar association dues

Education Assistance Plan for student/

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Buffalo, NY seeks a business law associate with 3–5 years of experience to address the needs of startups to established corporations. The role requires JD from an accredited law school and admission to the NY bar, with a strong foundation in corporate transactions and M&A experience preferred.

Responsibilities include advising on formation, drafting and negotiating corporate documents, due diligence for acquisitions, and maintaining client relationships in a collaborative

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in New York.
• 3–5 years of experience in business law with a strong foundation in corporate transactions.
• Mergers and acquisitions experience preferred.
• Proven track record of handling complex legal matters.

Responsibilities

• Advise and represent clients in the formation of business entities and general business matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents related to corporate transactions.
• Support mergers and acquisitions practice, including due diligence and transactional documents.
• Negotiate and draft commercial contracts and assist with corporate compliance matters.
• Stay informed on changes in laws affecting business clients, particularly in New York.
• Develop strategies for risk management and compliance protocols.
• Foster and maintain client relationships, ensuring tailored legal assistance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Communication

Corporate transactions

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Admitted to practice in New York

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a business law associate in Buffalo, NY. The successful candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in business law to address the complex needs of a diverse client base, ranging from startups to established corporations.

Duties

• Advise and represent clients in the formation of business entities and general business matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents related to corporate transactions.
• Support mergers and acquisitions practice, including due diligence and transactional documents.
• Negotiate and draft commercial contracts and assist with corporate compliance matters.
• Stay informed on changes in laws affecting business clients, particularly in New York.
• Develop strategies for risk management and compliance protocols.
• Foster and maintain client relationships, ensuring tailored legal assistance.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice law in the State of New York.
• 3-5 years of experience in business law, with a strong foundation in corporate transactions.
• Mergers and acquisitions experience preferred.
• Proven track record of handling complex legal matters.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work autonomously and within a team.
• Proficiency in legal research platforms such as Westlaw or LexisNexis.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in the State of New York.

Skills

• Strong foundation in corporate transactions.
• Experience in mergers and acquisitions.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in legal research platforms.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities and in-house CLEs.
• Firm-paid bar association membership dues.
• Education Assistance Plan for student loan repayment.
• Collaborative work environment with seasoned attorneys.
• Opportunity to work on diverse and challenging cases.
• Access to cutting-edge legal resources and technology.