Corporate Associate

Whiteman-Osterman-&-Hanna-LL; New York; Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP is seeking a Corporate Associate in Albany, NY with 3+ years of relevant experience to join our team.

The ideal candidate will have experience drafting merger and acquisition agreements and related closing documents, organizational documents for corporations and LLCs, and general commercial contracts. Debt finance experience is a plus, and there is mentoring responsibility for students and junior attorneys.

Qualifications

• J.D from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York Bar.
• 3+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Draft merger and acquisition agreements and related closing documents.
• Draft organizational documents for corporations and LLCs, including subscriptions and share/LLC agreements.
• Draft, review, and negotiate general commercial contracts.

Skills

M&A drafting

Legal research

Time management

Communication

3+ years experience

Education

J.D from an accredited law school

Admission to the New York Bar

Job description

Experience Level:3-6 years
Office Location:Albany, NY
Work Schedule:This role has hybrid flexibility, with weekly in-office and remote work based on business needs
Salary:$125,000-$150,000
Bonus:This role is eligible for a bonus up to 50% of salary

Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP is seeking a Corporate Associate with 3+ years of relevant experience to join our team.

The ideal candidate will have experience drafting (i) merger and acquisition agreements and related closing documents, (ii) organizational documents for corporations and limited liability companies, including subscription, shareholders’ and limited liability company agreements, and (iii) general commercial contracts.

Experience in debt finance transactions will also be a positive factor. Our team is seeking candidates who can assist with drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commitment letters, loan agreements, security documents and other ancillary documents.

Please highlight any experience participating on deal teams and with processes from initial documents through closing and post-closing matters, including managing and conducting due diligence, in your application.

Further, we’re looking for an Associate with excellent time management, legal research and drafting ability, and professional presence. The position will also provide the opportunity and expectation that the successful candidate will participate in the mentoring and development of talented law students and young attorneys.

If this role aligns with your expertise, we look forward to receiving your application.

Our Firm, based in Albany, New York, is the largest in the Capital Region with over 120 attorneys in 19 practice areas. The firm utilizes a multi-disciplinary team approach to deliver services to clients. In addition to Whiteman Osterman & Hanna’s depth of legal knowledge, we are dedicated to creating a positive and rewarding work environment for all employees – attorneys and staff alike.

Education and Experience:

• J.D from an accredited law school
• Admission to the New York Bar
• 3+ years of relevant experience

Whiteman Osterman & Hanna LLP is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals, and in which employment decisions are merit-based and made without discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, gender or sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, pregnancy, protected activity, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, or any other characteristic protected by law.