Corporate Associate

Leoforce; New York (NY); On-site; USD 220,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Leoforce’s Corporate Practice Group is seeking a highly motivated mid-level Associate Attorney with strong experience in securities matters and/or lending work. The ideal candidate will have approximately 5+ years of law firm experience and enjoy the variety of a broad-based corporate practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to continue developing their transactional practice while working on sophisticated M&A and corporate matters alongside experienced practitioners.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school is required.
• Active bar admission in the applicable jurisdiction is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of law firm experience handling corporate transactions.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on mergers and acquisitions, private securities offerings, corporate governance, and other corporate matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex transactional documents, including purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, financing documents, and confidentiality agreements.
• Conduct due diligence investigations and prepare detailed diligence reports.
• Assist with structuring and executing domestic and cross-border transactions.
• Support securities compliance matters, including public company reporting and exchange-related requirements under the Securities Act of 1933 and Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
• Manage deal processes and coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, and internal teams to ensure successful transaction execution.
• Provide strategic, business-focused legal advice to clients on ongoing corporate matters.
• Mentor and oversee junior associates and paralegals on transactional assignments.

Skills

M&A experience

Corporate transactions

Securities compliance

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Corporate Associate

New York,NY, US

Job Description

Experience: Senior Level

Salary: $220,000 - $280,000 per year

Job Details

Our Corporate Practice Group is seeking a highly motivated mid-level Associate Attorney with strong experience in securities matters and/or lending work. The ideal candidate will have a solid foundation in general corporate and transactional matters, enjoy the variety of a broad-based corporate practice, and have approximately 5+ years of law firm experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to continue developing their transactional practice while working on sophisticated M&A and corporate matters alongside experienced practitioners.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on mergers and acquisitions, private securities offerings, corporate governance, and other corporate matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex transactional documents, including purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, financing documents, and confidentiality agreements.
• Conduct due diligence investigations and prepare detailed diligence reports.
• Assist with structuring and executing domestic and cross-border transactions.
• Support securities compliance matters, including public company reporting and exchange-related requirements under the Securities Act of 1933 and Securities Exchange Act of 1934.
• Manage deal processes and coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, and internal teams to ensure successful transaction execution.
• Provide strategic, business-focused legal advice to clients on ongoing corporate matters.
• Mentor and oversee junior associates and paralegals on transactional assignments.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in the applicable jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 4 years of law firm experience handling corporate transactions.

A bit about us:

We are a highly regarded, full-service law firm with a sophisticated Corporate Practice Group representing middle-market and emerging growth companies, investors, and business owners across a wide range of industries. Our corporate attorneys provide strategic, business-focused counsel on complex transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, private securities offerings, financings, joint ventures, corporate governance matters, and general corporate needs.

Our team takes pride in delivering high-quality legal advice through a collaborative, hands-on approach. Attorneys have the opportunity to work closely with experienced partners, gain meaningful client exposure, and contribute to sophisticated transactions while maintaining the flexibility and responsiveness of a close-knit practice environment.

The Corporate Practice Group handles a diverse range of domestic and cross-border matters, including acquisitions, divestitures, strategic alliances, capital raising transactions, operational matters, and ongoing corporate counseling.

Why join us?

• Sophisticated Transactional Work: Work on complex M&A, securities, and corporate transactions involving middle-market and growth-oriented companies across a variety of industries.
• Meaningful Client Exposure: Collaborate directly with senior corporate partners and clients, gaining valuable experience and developing strong relationships early in your career.
• Broad-Based Corporate Practice: Enjoy the variety of a full-service corporate practice, with exposure to M&A, securities, lending, governance, and general corporate matters.
• Collaborative Team Environment: Join a tight-knit, experienced group that values teamwork, mentorship, and providing practical, business-minded legal solutions.
• Career Growth Opportunity: Take on increasing responsibility, manage sophisticated matters, and continue building your transactional skill set within a respected platform.
• High-Impact Role: Play an integral role in executing deals, advising clients, and helping businesses achieve their strategic objectives.

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