Corporate & M&A Partner

Jobot; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 190,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Corporate & M&A Partner with an established client following to join its growing Northeast regional practice. This is for an entrepreneurial attorney who wants to expand book of business and have a meaningful voice in the firm's growth.

The ideal candidate will handle corporate and transactional matters, build long-term client relationships, and collaborate across practice areas within a full-service platform. Connecticut Bar preferred; JD required.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Connecticut Bar admission preferred.
• Significant experience in corporate law, M&A or business transactions.

Responsibilities

• Advise on corporate, M&A and business transactions.
• Develop and maintain client relationships and book of business.
• Collaborate across practice areas within a full-service platform.

Skills

Client relationships

Negotiation

Drafting

Business acumen

Entrepreneurial mindset

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Connecticut Bar admission (preferred)

Job description

CT License Required - Bring Your Relationships. Expand Your Platform. Help Shape the Future

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Amanda Cohen

Salary: $190,000 - $350,000 per year

A bit about us

Our client is a well-established and growing Northeast regional law firm with a reputation for delivering sophisticated legal counsel while maintaining a collaborative, relationship-driven culture.

With offices throughout the Northeast, the firm represents a diverse range of clients, including businesses, entrepreneurs, financial institutions, healthcare organizations, investors, professionals, and private clients.

The firm's multidisciplinary platform allows attorneys to collaborate across practice groups, providing clients with comprehensive legal solutions in areas including business law, litigation, real estate, employment, insurance, professional liability, and private client services.

As the firm continues its strategic growth, leadership is seeking attorneys who want to contribute to that growth and help shape the future of the firm—not simply join an existing practice.

Why join us

A highly respected Northeast regional law firm is seeking an experienced Corporate & M&A Partner with an established client following to join its growing business law practice.

This opportunity is designed for a partner who wants more than simply transitioning their existing practice. The firm is looking for an entrepreneurial attorney who wants to continue building relationships, expand their book of business, and have a meaningful voice in the continued growth of the firm.

Partners are provided the opportunity to leverage an established regional platform, collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice areas, and deliver comprehensive legal solutions to clients through a full-service firm environment.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Opportunity to bring and continue growing an established portable book of business
• Ability to serve as a trusted advisor to businesses, entrepreneurs, executives, and investors
• Strong cross-referral opportunities across litigation, real estate, employment, private client, and other practice areas
• Opportunity to have a seat at the table and contribute to the firm's strategic growth
• Entrepreneurial culture where partners are encouraged to develop their practices and client relationships
• Flexible work environment with autonomy to manage your practice
• Competitive partner compensation structure designed around performance, client development, and long-term growth
• Opportunity to mentor attorneys and help build the next generation of the practice

Job Details

The firm is seeking a Corporate & M&A Partner with experience advising companies, business owners, and investors throughout the business lifecycle.

The ideal candidate will have experience handling a broad range of corporate and transactional matters.

The ideal candidate will enjoy building long-term client relationships, serving as a trusted business advisor, and continuing to grow a sophisticated transactional practice.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Admission to Connecticut Bar preferred
• Significant experience practicing corporate law, M&A, or business transactions
• Established client relationships and portable book of business preferred
• Proven ability to develop and maintain business relationships
• Strong communication, negotiation, and drafting skills
• Entrepreneurial mindset with interest in helping grow a regional practice

This opportunity may be a strong fit for attorneys currently practicing as

• Corporate Partner
• M&A Partner
• Business Transactions Partner
• Corporate Counsel
• Transactional Partner
• Private Company Advisor
• Outside General Counsel
• Business Law Partner
• Commercial Transactions Attorney

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.