Corporate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Ann Arbor, MI seeks an experienced Corporate Attorney to support a diverse portfolio of business clients across corporate and transactional matters.

The role requires a JD, 5+ years in corporate law, an active Michigan license, and demonstrated ability to manage corporate matters independently, drafting and negotiating agreements, providing strategic guidance, and ensuring regulatory compliance while upholding the highest professional standards.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Minimum 5 years of corporate law experience.
• Active Michigan State Bar license in good standing.
• Experience handling corporate matters independently.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a legal advisor providing strategic guidance on corporate matters.
• Advise on entity formation, restructuring, and governance.
• Lead corporate transactions from due diligence to closing.
• Draft and negotiate commercial and corporate agreements.
• Counsel on regulatory and compliance matters.
• Identify risks and develop risk-mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with legal staff to deliver high-quality services.

Skills

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Client communication

Independent work

Regulatory compliance

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Corporate Attorney in Ann Arbor, MI, to support a diverse portfolio of business clients across various corporate and transactional matters.

Duties

• Serve as a legal advisor providing strategic guidance on corporate matters
• Advise on entity formation, restructuring, and governance
• Lead corporate transactions from due diligence to closing
• Draft and negotiate commercial and corporate agreements
• Counsel on regulatory and compliance matters
• Identify risks and develop risk-mitigation strategies
• Support business dispute resolutions through various methods
• Advocate for clients while maintaining professionalism and ethics
• Monitor developments in corporate law to provide informed advice
• Collaborate with legal staff to deliver high-quality services

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Minimum 5 years of experience in corporate law or related field
• Active license and good standing with the State Bar of Michigan
• Experience handling corporate and business law matters independently

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Active license with the State Bar of Michigan

Skills

• Experience with closely held businesses and owner-operated companies
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Ability to communicate legal concepts clearly to non-legal clients
• Self-directed with the ability to manage matters independently
• Practical, solution-oriented legal approach

Benefits

Base salary plus fee-split compensation structure.