Corporate Lawyer

Patagon Search; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus opportunities

Strong annual raises

Professional development and mentorship

Job summary

Patagon Search is seeking a Corporate Associate in New York with 2–8 years of M&A experience. This role involves representing clients in complex transactions while providing mentorship and professional development opportunities.

The firm offers a competitive salary range of $175,000 to $225,000, hybrid work arrangements, and a clear path for advancement within the firm. Candidates are expected to exhibit strong drafting and negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Must have an active admission and be in good standing with the New York Bar.
• Relevant M&A and corporate transactional experience of 2–8 years is required.
• Strong skills in drafting, negotiation, and project management are essential.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in mergers and acquisitions.
• Draft and negotiate various transaction documents.
• Advise clients on corporate matters and compliance.
• Manage transactions from letter of intent through closing.

Skills

Drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Project management skills

Education

Active admission to New York Bar

2–8 years of M&A experience

Job description

Corporate Associate – Mergers & Acquisitions (2–8 Years)

Location: New York City or Long Island, NY

Work Arrangement: Hybrid Schedule with Work-From-Home Flexibility

Compensation: $175,000–$225,000 Base Salary + Bonus + Strong Annual Raises

A highly respected New York-based law firm is seeking a Corporate Associate with 2–8 years of experience to join its growing Mergers & Acquisitions and Corporate practice. This attorney will work directly with senior leadership on sophisticated M&A transactions representing both buyers and sellers across a variety of industries, while also advising clients on broader corporate and transactional matters.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney seeking hands-on deal experience, significant client exposure, strong mentorship, and a realistic path toward long-term advancement and partnership.

Responsibilities

• Represent buyers and sellers in mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions.
• Work on private equity-backed transactions, strategic acquisitions, and industry-specific deals.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents, including:
• Stock Purchase Agreements
• Asset Purchase Agreements
• Operating Agreements
• Shareholder Agreements
• Investor Rights Agreements
• Ancillary transaction documents and related corporate materials
• Advise clients on entity formation, governance, compliance, and general corporate matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis related to transactional and regulatory issues.
• Communicate directly with founders, executives, sponsors, investors, family offices, and other stakeholders.
• Assist in managing transactions from letter of intent through closing.

Qualifications

• Active admission and good standing with the New York Bar.
• 2–8 years of relevant M&A and corporate transactional experience.
• New Jersey admission is a plus.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and project management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and fast-paced environment.
• Experience managing multiple matters simultaneously while maintaining exceptional client service.
• Base salary ranging from $175,000 to $225,000, commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Strong annual compensation increases tied to performance and development.
• Hybrid work environment with meaningful flexibility.
• Significant client interaction and business development opportunities.
• Professional development and mentorship from experienced deal attorneys.

Billable Expectations

This position carries an annual billable requirement of 1,800 hours, offering attorneys the opportunity to work on sophisticated transactional matters while maintaining a sustainable workload and strong quality of life. The firm emphasizes efficiency, collaboration, and client service rather than excessive billing demands.

The firm is committed to developing future leaders and offers a clear, attainable path toward partnership for attorneys who demonstrate strong legal skills, client service, business judgment, and commitment to long-term growth. Attorneys are provided with meaningful opportunities to build client relationships, develop business, and position themselves for long-term success within the firm.

Qualified candidates should be prepared to provide a representative deal sheet outlining transaction experience and level of involvement.

All inquiries will be handled on a strictly confidential basis.