Corporate Incentives Associate

DLA Piper LLP (US); New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 390,000 - 435,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking an Associate to join our corporate practice. This position can be based out of any US office.

The ideal candidate will have at least 6 years of experience advising domestic and international companies expanding or relocating in the US, across multiple industries, with development of corporate headquarters, facilities, data centers, and large office projects. We seek candidates with strong analytical, writing, and verbal communication abilities, attention to detail, and

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 years of experience advising domestic and international companies.
• Experience advising across industries with corporate HQs, manufacturing and distribution facilities, data centers and large office projects.
• Ability to mentor junior associates on the team.
• Strong analytical, writing and verbal communication skills.
• Attention to detail and good business judgment.
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to work collaboratively and independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough and comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case/transaction preparation and strategy.
• Draft well-written, error-free legal documents including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
• Assist/manage complex cases/transactions from inception to resolution, including preparation for trials, negotiations, closings.
• Build and cultivate internal and external client relationships with timely updates and professional communication.
• Collaborate with other lawyers and professionals to develop innovative strategies for favorable outcomes.
• Attend and participate in high-level legal activities including hearings, depositions, negotiations and trials.
• Ensure compliance with legal standards and stay abreast of changes in law.
• Pursue ongoing training to enhance legal knowledge, practice technology, and leadership skills.
• Engage in firm citizenship and pro bono work as part of community involvement.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Business judgment

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Leadership / management

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together.

Summary

DLA Piper is seeking an Associate to join our corporate practice. This position can be based out of any US office. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 6 years of experience advising domestic and international companies seeking to expand or relocate in the US; advising companies across a wide range of industries with the development of new corporate headquarters, manufacturing and distribution facilities, data centers, and large office projects; and identifying and negotiating discretionary economic development incentives. This is a high volume, fast-paced practice with a highly integrated team serving global clients. We seek candidates who are process driven, have immediately transferable skills, strong academic backgrounds, and who can mentor more junior associates on the team. Additionally, candidates should have strong analytical, writing, and verbal communication skills; attention to detail: good business judgment: excellent organizational skills; and the ability to work collaboratively and independently across the firm.

Responsibilities

• Legal Research: Conduct thorough and comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case/transaction preparation and strategy.
• Legal Writing: Draft well-written, error free, and reasoned legal documents, including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
• Case/Transaction Assistance and Management: Assist/Manage a variety of complex cases/transactions from inception to resolution including preparing for trials, negotiations, settlements, closings, and other legal activities while continuously demonstrating strong judgement.
• Internal/External Client Interaction: Build, maintain, and cultivate strong internal and external client relationships by providing support, regular updates, advice, and addressing concerns promptly and with the utmost professionalism.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other lawyers and business professionals to support and develop innovative case/transaction strategies to achieve the most favorable outcomes for internal and external clients.
• Attend, support, and participate in high-level legal activities including court hearings, depositions, negotiations, trials, etc.
• Compliance: Ensure rigorous compliance with legal standards and regulations, staying abreast of changes in law and legal precedents.
• Professional Development: Proactively seek out and participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your legal knowledge, practice technology, management, and leadership skills.
• Firm Citizenship and Community Involvement: Engage in and contribute to firm programs and initiatives, civic and professional organizations, pro bono work by providing legal assistance to underserved and underrepresented communities.

Desired Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Good business and professional judgment.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Conceptual thinking.
• Persuasive communication.
• Management skills.

Minimum Education

JD Degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Admitted to practice in the state in which they are officing.

Minimum Years of Experience

6 Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 firm and experience.

Essential Job Expectations

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to: Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties; Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner; Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product; Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required; Foster positive work relationships; Comply with all firm policies and practices; Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on‑screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed; Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast‑paced environment; Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.

Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.

Physical Demands

• Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.
• Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time.
• Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment

• Hybrid – Regular in‑office presence with some flexibility for work‑from‑home.

Disclaimer

The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at‑will nature of employment.

Pay Transparency

The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $390,000 - $435,000 per year depending on the candidate’s geographic market location.

The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

Applicants who are not based in the jurisdiction in which this position is posted and who apply for this role are doing so voluntarily and are not eligible for relocation assistance. Any relocation benefits, if any, are provided only where a relocation is required at the firm’s direction and in accordance with applicable policy and law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Target Candidates

• Laterals
• Lateral Partners
• Law Students
• Business Professionals
• Recruitment Agencies

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