Corporate Attorney

Distinct | North America; United States; On-site; USD 190,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Distinct | North America is seeking a mid-level associate for its Nashville office, focusing on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and general corporate transactions. The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience and demonstrate strong project management and client service skills.

Candidates must hold a J.D. from an accredited law school and be admitted or eligible to practice in Tennessee; experience at an Am Law 100 firm is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in M&A matters.
• Oversight of due diligence and closing processes.
• Drafting and negotiating transaction documents and post-closing work.

Responsibilities

• Work on mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and general corporate transactions.
• Coordinate due diligence and engage with clients and external counsel.
• Draft, negotiate, and finalize transaction documents; manage closings.

Skills

M&A experience

Due diligence oversight

Transaction drafting

Contract negotiation

Joint ventures

Corporate law knowledge

Project management

Client communication

Education

J.D.

Job description

We are seeking a mid-level associate to join an AM Law 100 firm in Nashville, Tennessee, focused on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and general corporate transactions.

The ideal candidate will have 3–5 years of experience in a range of M&A matters, including oversight of due diligence, drafting and negotiating transaction documents, and managing closings as well as post-closing work.

Strong knowledge of general corporate law is required, along with experience in joint ventures and commercial contracts. Experience at an Am Law 100 firm is preferred.

Candidates must hold a J.D. from an accredited law school and be admitted or eligible for admission to practice in Tennessee. The role requires strong project management abilities, excellent communication skills, sound judgment, and a collaborative approach to client service.