Lateral Attorney

Jobot; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 300,000 - 500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

Professional development / CLE support

Bar dues and licensing fees

Job summary

Jobot in Birmingham, AL is seeking a seasoned Lateral Attorney to handle high-stakes corporate governance, entity formation, and securities matters. This permanent role offers exposure to mergers, acquisitions and complex transactions while maintaining a strong work-life balance.

The ideal candidate will have a JD, Alabama bar admission, a portable book of business, and proven negotiation and client-relations skills, with the ability to advise on regulatory compliance and corporate strategy.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Alabama state bar.
• Experience as a corporate attorney focusing on governance, formation, asset and stock sales, corporate/entity transactions, and securities law.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with practical client-focused advice.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills; ability to close complex transactions; portable book of business.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice on corporate governance issues and regulatory compliance.
• Assist in formation and structuring of corporate entities and transactions.
• Handle asset and stock sales, including drafting and due diligence.
• Oversee mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures; manage risks.
• Advise on securities law matters and offerings, public and private.
• Represent clients in shareholder disputes and litigation as needed.
• Stay updated on changes in corporate and securities law.

Skills

Corporate governance

Entity formation

Asset & stock sales

Securities law

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Client relations

Business development

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Alabama state bar admission

Job description

Lateral Attorney / $$$ / Work-Life Balance

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Anne-Laure McGrory

Salary: $300,000 - $500,000 per year

A bit about us

Our prestigious law firm is on the hunt for a seasoned Corporate Shareholder Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will be an expert in the field of corporate governance and entity formation, with a deep understanding of corporate entity structure, asset and stock sales, corporate/entity transactions, and securities law. This is a permanent position, offering the successful candidate the opportunity to work with a team of highly skilled professionals.

Why join us

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Professional development / CLE support
• Bar dues and licensing fees

Job Details

Responsibilities

1. Providing legal advice and guidance on a range of corporate governance issues, ensuring our clients' compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
2. Assisting in the formation and structuring of corporate entities, including advising on the most appropriate entity type and jurisdiction for each client's specific needs.
3. Handling all aspects of asset and stock sales, including drafting and reviewing purchase agreements, conducting due diligence, and negotiating terms.
4. Overseeing corporate/entity transactions, such as mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures, ensuring all legal requirements are met and risks are appropriately managed.
5. Advising on securities law matters, including compliance with federal and state securities regulations, public and private offerings, and shareholder rights issues.
6. Representing our clients in shareholder disputes and litigation, including drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, and advocating for our clients in court.
7. Staying up-to-date with changes in corporate and securities law, and advising clients on how these changes may impact their businesses.

Qualifications

1. A Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. Admission to the Alabama (AL) state bar.
3. Experience as a corporate attorney, with a focus on corporate governance, entity formation, asset and stock sales, corporate/entity transactions, and securities law.
4. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide practical legal advice that aligns with our clients' business objectives.
5. Exceptional negotiation skills, with a proven track record of successfully closing complex transactions.
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and team members.
7. A portable book of business with a minimum of $100,000.

If you are a dedicated and ambitious professional looking to take your career to the next level, we would love to hear from you. This is a unique opportunity to join a prestigious law firm and work on a diverse range of challenging and rewarding cases.

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