Corporate Lawyer

Addition Management; New York (NY); On-site; USD 125,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing established law firm is seeking a Corporate Attorney to join their team in Walden, NY. The role includes drafting and negotiating agreements, advising on governance matters, and assisting with M&A transactions. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor, active NY Bar admission, and over 5 years of corporate law experience, particularly in M&A and contract law. This full-time position offers a competitive salary range of $125,000 to $200,000 plus bonuses.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in corporate law, specifically in M&A and contract law.
• In-house counsel experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a range of commercial agreements.
• Advise on corporate governance matters and compliance.
• Assist with mergers, acquisitions, and corporate transactions.

Skills

Active New York Bar Admission

Drafting & negotiating complex legal documents

Corporate Governance

M&A experience

Knowledge in tech/healthcare/finance industries

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Job description

Overview

Growing Established Law Firm Seeks a New Corporate Attorney to join their team!

Location: Walden, NY (Orange County NY) - Fully in Office

Salary: $125,000 - $200,000 + Bonus

Base pay range: $125,000.00/yr - $200,000.00/yr

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including vendor contracts, service agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and employment contracts.
• Advise on corporate governance matters, including compliance with federal and state regulations, conducting board meetings, and drafting shareholder agreements.
• Assist with mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other corporate transactions, including due diligence, structuring deals, and drafting transaction documents.
• Ensure the company complies with applicable laws and regulations, including securities laws, antitrust laws, data protection laws, and industry-specific regulations.
• Work with external legal counsel to manage and resolve business-related litigation and disputes.
• Provide counsel on the protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights, including patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.
• Identify potential legal risks and liabilities and provide strategic guidance to senior management to mitigate them.
• Offer proactive legal advice to internal departments, including finance, marketing, HR, and operations, to ensure legal compliance and minimize risks.
• Conduct legal research on emerging legal issues and industry-specific trends that may impact the company.

Skills & Experience

• Active New York Bar Admission
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• 5+ years’ experience in corporate law; Specifically in M&A, Corporate Governance & Contract Law
• Experience with drafting & negotiating complex legal documents
• Experience in tech / healthcare & finance industries a plus
• In-house counsel experience a plus

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Legal Services and Law Practice