Corporate M&A Associate

UB Greensfelder; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

UB Greensfelder is seeking mid-level associate attorneys to join the growing Corporate/M&A Practice Group, working in our St. Louis or Cleveland offices.

A law license in the location of office will be a requirement. Qualified applicants will have 3+ years of Corporate/M&A experience negotiating and drafting primary and ancillary documents for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, loan transactions and other corporate transactions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Corporate/M&A experience negotiating and drafting primary and ancillary documents for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, loan transactions and other corporate transactions.
• Broad knowledge of general corporate law, as well as transaction and entity structuring and related tax matters.
• Experience leading M&A due diligence for both targets and acquirers, transaction and entity structuring, and related tax matters.
• Superior communication skills, both written and verbal are required.
• Excellent analytical/problem solving skills and attention to detail.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills with ability to meet deadlines in fast-paced environment.

Skills

Corporate/M&A experience

M&A due diligence leadership

Strong communication

Job description

Location: Cleveland,OH

Department: Cleveland

Position Type:

Posted: 8/3/2026 12:00:00 AM

Location Name: Cleveland, OH

UB Greensfelder is seeking mid-level associate attorneys to join the growing Corporate/M&A Practice Group, working in our St. Louis or Cleveland offices.Law license in the location of office will be a requirement.

UB Greensfelder LLP is an Am Law 200 law firm dedicated to exceeding client expectations and delivering superior, customized legal solutions. The firm's attorneys advise regional, national, and global businesses on a wide range of sophisticated legal matters across more than 25 specialized practice and industry groups. Renowned for its best-in-class client service and litigation excellence, UBG was named "2025 Ohio and Missouri Firm of the Year" byBenchmark Litigationand consistently earns top-tier accolades from Chambers and Partners. Established in 2024 through the merger of Ulmer & Berne LLP and Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C., UB Greensfelder has quickly emerged as a super-regional powerhouse firm in the Midwest and in top-tier business centers. For more information, please visit www.ubglaw.com. Our Business Begins With You.

Qualified Applicants Will Have:

• 3+ years of Corporate/M&A experience negotiating and drafting primary and ancillary documents for mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, loan transactions and other corporate transactions.
• A broad knowledge of general corporate law, as well as transaction and entity structuring and related tax matters.
• Experience leading M&A due diligence for both targets and acquirers, transaction and entity structuring, and related tax matters.
• Superior communication skills, both written and verbal are required.
• Excellent analytical/problem solving skills and attention to detail.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills with ability to meet deadlines in fast-paced environment.

All candidates remain highly confidential.

UB Greensfelder provides top-quality, sophisticated legal services, serving business clients ranging from small entrepreneurs to international companies. Our Lateral Integration Program ensures the successful transition of new attorneys into the firm. From our management team, to colleagues to professional staff, we are dedicated to helping our new attorneys effectively integrate their practice to maximize their opportunities at our firm. If you desire to work in a truly people-focused environment for a firm that values its employees, then UB Greensfelder is the firm for you.

UB Greensfelder recognizes the importance of forming inclusive teams of attorneys and staff to foster an environment where creative solutions are made for our clients, and all have the opportunity to thrive and succeed. We encourage candidates from a variety of backgrounds to apply to be a part of our team.