Corporate & M&A Partner

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

Job summary

Jobot is recruiting a Corporate & M&A Partner in Connecticut with an established portable book of business to join a growing Northeast regional law firm. The ideal candidate demonstrates an entrepreneurial mindset, exceptional client development, and the ability to advise businesses, executives, and investors through complex transactions.

The role offers leadership in a collaborative platform with cross-practice collaboration, a flexible, growth-oriented environment, and a compensation structure

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school is required.
• Admission to Connecticut Bar preferred for practice in the state.
• Significant experience in corporate law, M&A, or business transactions is expected.

Responsibilities

• Advise companies, business owners, and investors throughout the business lifecycle.
• Handle a broad range of corporate and transactional matters with diligence and sound judgment.
• Build and maintain long-term client relationships and grow a sophisticated transactional practice.

Skills

Client relationships

Negotiation

Drafting skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Business transactions experience

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Admission to Connecticut Bar preferred

Job description

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

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

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.

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

Equal Opportunity Statement

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.