Shareholder-Level Corporate Lawyer

BCG Attorney Search; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional development opportunities

Legal network exposure

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Shareholder-Level Corporate Lawyer to provide comprehensive counsel to clients on mergers and acquisitions, contracting, and general corporate matters. The ideal candidate will have a proven front-line deal-making track record and strong client management skills.

You will lead negotiations, draft critical agreements, and collaborate with other attorneys on multidisciplinary projects while maintaining high standards of professional ethics and service.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• 7+ years of corporate law experience with a focus on M&A, contracting, and general corporate matters.
• Strong academic credentials and detail-oriented with the ability to manage a heavy workload.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on complex corporate transactions including mergers and acquisitions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other corporate documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on corporate law matters.
• Manage client relationships and serve as the primary contact for legal inquiries.
• Collaborate with other attorneys on multidisciplinary projects.

Skills

Corporate law

Negotiation

Drafting

Legal analysis

Client management

Legal research

Time management

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Active U.S. bar license

Iowa bar eligibility

Job description

Job Overview

The Shareholder-Level Corporate Lawyer will be responsible for providing comprehensive legal counsel and support to clients in various corporate matters, including mergers and acquisitions, contracting, and general corporate issues. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record of front-line deal-making experience, excellent client management skills, and the ability to handle sophisticated transactions.

Duties

• Provide legal advice and counsel to clients on complex corporate transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and analysis on corporate law matters.
• Manage client relationships and serve as the primary point of contact for legal inquiries.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and legal professionals within the firm on multi-disciplinary projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Law (J.D.) from an accredited institution.
• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Minimum of 7+ years of experience practicing corporate law, with a focus on mergers and acquisitions, contracting, and general corporate matters.
• Strong academic background with excellent academic credentials.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to prioritize and manage a heavy workload.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Education & Certifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.
• Eligible for waiver into Iowa or willingness to sit for the next Bar exam.

Skills

• Proficiency in corporate law principles and practices.
• Exceptional negotiation and drafting skills.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide practical solutions.
• Strong client management and relationship-building skills.
• Proficient in legal research methods and resources.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.