Corporate Associate Attorney

Jobot; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Mentorship

Path to Partner

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Corporate Associate Attorney in the New England region. The role involves advising on corporate operations, mergers and acquisitions, compliance, and commercial disputes, with ownership of substantive matters and client relationships.

Collaborative work with senior attorneys and business leaders is expected. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of corporate law experience, JD from an accredited school, and an active bar in NH/MA/CT.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in the applicable jurisdiction.
• 5+ years of corporate law, M&A, and related matters.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and risk assessment skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear legal advice on corporate governance and business transactions.
• Manage mergers & acquisitions processes, due diligence, and closings.
• Draft and negotiate contracts, shareholder and operating agreements.
• Advise on compliance obligations and regulatory issues.
• Support commercial litigation matters as needed.
• Collaborate with internal teams and outside counsel.

Education

Juris Doctor

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

Job details

Well Respected Regional Firm

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jessica Hughes

Salary: $120,000 - $200,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a premier New England Law firm with 80+ years of experience providing legal solutions to our clients in traditional and emerging areas of law. With our 5 offices and 75+ attorneys we help clients in MA, NH, and CT understand and thrive in complex legal situations including Mergers and Acquisitions, Contract Negotiations, and Commercial Litigation.

If you are an experienced Corporate Law attorney admitted in New Hampshire, then please apply or email [e-mail] for immediate consideration.

Why join us?

We offer:

• Competitive Salaries
• Bonuses
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Mentorship
• Path to Partner

Job Details

Advance your corporate legal career in a permanent role offering sophisticated transactions, complex business challenges, and meaningful client relationships. We are seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney with 5+ years of experience who combines sound legal judgment with a practical, business-focused approach.

You will advise clients on corporate operations, mergers and acquisitions, compliance, and commercial disputes while collaborating with experienced attorneys and business leaders. This is an opportunity to take ownership of substantive matters and help clients achieve strategic objectives while managing legal risk.

Responsibilities

• Provide clear, actionable legal advice on corporate governance, business transactions, commercial agreements, and operational matters.
• Manage and support mergers and acquisitions, including transaction structuring, due diligence, drafting and negotiating definitive agreements, and coordinating closings.
• Conduct comprehensive legal due diligence, identify material risks, and develop practical recommendations for clients and deal teams.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, shareholder agreements, operating agreements, board resolutions, and other corporate documents.
• Advise clients on legal compliance obligations and help develop policies and procedures aligned with applicable laws and regulations.
• Handle or support commercial litigation matters, including evaluating claims, developing case strategy, preparing legal documents, and coordinating dispute resolution efforts.
• Research complex corporate law issues and translate findings into concise guidance that supports informed business decisions.
• Collaborate with internal teams, outside counsel, and other professional advisers to deliver coordinated legal services.
• Manage multiple matters, deadlines, and client expectations while maintaining accuracy, responsiveness, and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing in the applicable jurisdiction.
• At least 5 years of relevant attorney experience in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and related business matters.
• Demonstrated experience in legal advice, commercial litigation, legal compliance, corporate law, due diligence, and M&A, or substantially equivalent practice experience.
• Strong transactional drafting and negotiation skills, with the ability to identify legal risks and propose commercially practical solutions.
• Experience advising clients on corporate governance, contractual obligations, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent analytical, research, written communication, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage substantive work while collaborating effectively with colleagues and clients.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and professional judgment in a fast-paced legal environment.
• Commitment to ethical practice, client service, and continued professional development.

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