Corporate Lawyer

Illapa Search Ltd; Michigan; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Illapa Search Ltd is seeking a Corporate Associate in Michigan to join a growing corporate practice. The role offers exposure to mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, financing matters, and other strategic transactions.

The attorney will work with experienced corporate lawyers to advise clients on sophisticated business matters and develop expertise in a broad range of corporate and transactional needs.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of law firm experience in corporate and transactional law.
• Exposure to M&A and sophisticated business transactions.
• Strong research, writing, drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative team setting.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex corporate transactions and strategic matters for clients.
• Collaborate with experienced corporate lawyers and clients to close deals.
• Provide practical, business-focused counsel on governance, financing, and formations.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Drafting

Negotiation

Client communication

Education

JD from ABA-accredited law school

Michigan bar admission or eligibility

Job description

A leading Michigan law firm is seeking a Corporate Associate to join its growing corporate practice. This is an exciting opportunity to work on sophisticated business matters and advise clients across a broad range of corporate and transactional needs.

The attorney will have the opportunity to work closely with experienced corporate lawyers and clients on complex transactions, gaining meaningful exposure to mergers and acquisitions, business formations, corporate governance, financing matters, and other strategic transactions.

Requirements of the Role:

• A minimum of three years of law firm experience.
• Experience in corporate and transactional law, with exposure to M&A and other sophisticated business transactions.
• Strong legal research, writing, drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Strong communication and client relationship skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Michigan bar admission or eligibility to waive into the bar.

About the Firm:

The firm is a well-established Michigan legal platform with a strong reputation for providing sophisticated counsel to businesses, entrepreneurs, financial institutions, and other organizations. Its corporate attorneys work on complex transactions and strategic matters while maintaining a practical, business-focused approach. The practice offers attorneys the opportunity to work closely with clients and experienced practitioners in a collaborative environment that values professional development, mentorship, and long-term career growth.