Mid-Level Corporate Associate

Baker Botts LLP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Baker Botts L.L.P. in Houston seeks a Corporate Associate (Class of 2020–2023) to join our market‑leading Corporate practice. The ideal candidate will have broad corporate transactional experience, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, capital markets, SEC reporting, and general corporate counseling.

This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated domestic and cross‑border transactions as part of a collaborative deal team with partners and senior associates.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academics.
• 2–6 years of corporate transactional experience.
• Experience with securities laws, equity and debt offerings, and capital markets transactions.

Responsibilities

• Support capital markets transactions, including public and private securities offerings and related compliance matters.
• Assist with SEC reporting and disclosure obligations for public company clients.
• Contribute to a range of corporate transactions and general corporate matters as part of a collaborative deal team.
• Work closely with partners and senior associates to deliver practical, business‑focused legal advice.
• Advise clients on day‑to‑day corporate governance and related corporate matters.

Skills

Drafting

Analytical ability

Communication

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Baker Botts is seeking a Corporate Associate (Class of 2020–2023) to join our Houston office. The ideal candidate will have broad corporate transactional experience, including mergers and acquisitions, private equity transactions, capital markets, SEC reporting, and general corporate counseling. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated domestic and cross‑border transactions as part of a collaborative, market‑leading Corporate practice.

Responsibilities

• Support capital markets transactions, including public and private securities offerings and related compliance matters.
• Assist with SEC reporting and disclosure obligations for public company clients.
• Contribute to a range of corporate transactions and general corporate matters as part of a collaborative deal team.
• Work closely with partners and senior associates to deliver practical, business‑focused legal advice.
• Advise clients on day‑to‑day corporate governance and related corporate matters.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.
• Class of 2019–2024 with 2–6 years of corporate transactional experience.
• Experience with securities laws, equity and debt offerings and capital markets transactions representing public companies and/or underwriters.
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
• Admission to practice in Texas (or eligibility to waive in).

Baker Botts is an international law firm recognized for deep industry experience, a collaborative culture, and a commitment to excellence. Our Corporate group represents leading companies and investors in sophisticated transactions, offering associates early responsibility, client contact, and strong professional development.

Baker Botts L.L.P. is an equal‑opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law.