Corporate Associate Attorney

Jobot; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package (medical, dental, VIs

401(k) plan

PTO

Partnership path

Career development

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney to join its Business Law practice in Milwaukee. This on-site, permanent role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated corporate transactions and develop meaningful client relationships.

The ideal candidate has 3–7 years of corporate law experience, with experience in mergers and acquisitions, private equity, and general corporate counseling, plus strong contract drafting and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of corporate law experience.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, and general corporate matters.
• Strong commercial contract drafting and negotiation skills.
• Mid-sized or large law firm M&A experience preferred but not required.
• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school.
• Wisconsin Bar admission or eligibility to waive into the Wisconsin Bar.

Responsibilities

• Represent businesses, investors, and other clients in a variety of complex corporate transactions.
• Assist with mergers and acquisitions, including transaction structuring, due diligence, negotiations, and closings.
• Support private equity transactions and related business matters.
• Provide general corporate and business counseling to clients across a variety of industries.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements and other corporate documents.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys across practice groups to deliver comprehensive legal solutions.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships while providing practical, business-oriented legal advice.

Skills

Corporate law

M&A experience

Private equity experience

Contract drafting

Communication

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Corporate Associate Attorney

$150000 - $200000 per year | Milwaukee, WI | On-site | Permanent

A bit about us:

A well-established, full-service business law firm with more than 200 attorneys and multiple offices throughout the United States. The firm represents a diverse range of clients, providing sophisticated legal counsel across a broad spectrum of practice areas. Known for its business-oriented approach, commitment to exceptional client service, and collaborative environment, the firm offers attorneys the opportunity to work on sophisticated matters while developing meaningful client relationships.

Why join us?

• Competitive Compensation: Attractive base salary with performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, paid holidays, and opportunities to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• Partnership Potential: Clear opportunities for professional advancement and a pathway to partnership.
• Career Development: Work alongside experienced attorneys on sophisticated litigation matters with opportunities to grow your practice.
• Collaborative Culture: Join a supportive, team-oriented environment that values mentorship, professional development, and long-term career success.

Job Details

Our client, a well-established full-service law firm, is seeking a motivated Corporate Associate Attorney to join its Business Law practice in Milwaukee. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with experience handling sophisticated corporate transactions to work on a broad range of complex business matters while developing meaningful client relationships.

The ideal candidate will have experience with mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, general corporate counseling, and commercial contract drafting and negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Represent businesses, investors, and other clients in a variety of complex corporate transactions.
• Assist with mergers and acquisitions, including transaction structuring, due diligence, negotiations, and closings.
• Support private equity transactions and related business matters.
• Provide general corporate and business counseling to clients across a variety of industries.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements and other corporate documents.
• Work collaboratively with attorneys across practice groups to deliver comprehensive legal solutions.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships while providing practical, business-oriented legal advice.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of corporate law experience.
• Experience with mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, and general corporate matters.
• Strong commercial contract drafting and negotiation skills.
• Mid-sized or large law firm M&A experience preferred but not required.
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Wisconsin Bar admission or eligibility to waive into the Wisconsin Bar.
• Strong academic credentials, analytical abilities, and communication.
• Ability to work in person in the Milwaukee office.

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