Corporate Associate (Junior)

Finn Dixon & Herling LLP; Stamford (CT); Hybrid; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Finn Dixon & Herling LLP in Stamford, CT, is seeking a junior Corporate Associate (1–3 years) to join our growing Corporate Practice. The ideal candidate will handle general corporate and M&A transactions, draft and negotiate closing documents, and manage due diligence.

The role requires strong drafting, organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate with partners and other practice groups in a hybrid work environment with in-office presence about two days a week.

Qualifications

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• 1–3 years of transactional experience at a law firm.
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance, entity structures, and transactional processes.
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented with a proactive and solutions-driven mindset.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in a wide range of corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and strategic investments.
• Draft, review, and negotiate ancillary closing documents, including disclosure schedules and operative agreements.
• Conduct and manage due diligence, including reviewing corporate records, contracts, and regulatory filings.
• Assist with deal management and closing logistics.
• Advise clients on general corporate matters, including entity formation, governance, capitalization, and ongoing compliance.
• Coordinate with attorneys in other practice groups as needed.
• Work closely with senior associates and partners on transactions.
• Manage paralegals on transactions and provide guidance and feedback.
• Maintain direct communication with clients and contribute to building long-term client relationships.

Skills

Corporate governance

M&A experience

Drafting

Due diligence

Education

JD (ABA-accredited)

Job description

We are seeking a junior Corporate Associate (1–3 years) to join our growing Corporate Practice. The ideal candidate will have experience in general corporate and M&A transactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in a wide range of corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and strategic investments
• Draft, review, and negotiate ancillary closing documents, including disclosure schedules, with a working knowledge of primary transaction documents, including purchase agreements, merger agreements, shareholder agreements, and operating agreements
• Conduct and manage due diligence, including reviewing corporate records, contracts, and regulatory filings, and preparing diligence summaries
• Assist with deal management and closing logistics
• Advise clients on general corporate matters, including entity formation, governance, capitalization, and ongoing compliance
• Coordinate with attorneys in other practice groups (tax, finance, employment, litigation) as needed
• Work closely with senior associates and partners on transactions
• Manage paralegals on transactions and provide guidance and feedback
• Maintain direct communication with clients and contribute to building long-term client relationships

Skills & Qualifications

• JD from an ABA accredited law school
• 1–3 years of experience in transactional work at a law firm
• Strong knowledge of corporate governance, entity structures, and transactional processes
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Strong attention to detail and sound business judgment
• Team-oriented with a proactive and solutions-driven mindset

Finn Dixon is based in Stamford, Connecticut and currently maintains a hybrid work environment with candidates generally expected to be in office at least 2 days per week.