Senior Corporate Associate

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Job Overview:
A well-regarded law firm is seeking a Senior Corporate Associate Attorney for its Buffalo office. This non-partnership track role is designed for an experienced attorney who is interested in focusing on substantive client work with reduced administrative responsibilities. The position involves advising on a broad range of corporate legal matters, including entity formation, M&A transactions, governance, compliance, commercial contracts, and strategic business planning. It is ideal for a corporate attorney with at least 5 years of experience seeking a long-term role with a balanced workload.

Location:

• Buffalo, NY

Duties:

• Assist in all aspects of corporate and commercial legal work

• Advise clients on:

  • Corporate governance and compliance

  • Commercial contracts

  • Entity formation and structuring

  • Strategic growth, succession planning, and exit strategies

• Draft, review, and revise:

  • Shareholder agreements

  • Operating agreements

  • Merger and acquisition agreements

  • Other commercial legal documentation

• Counsel clients throughout the full lifecycle of a business, from formation to exit

• Collaborate across departments to deliver holistic legal solutions

• Participate in a reduced-administrative role without billable hour or development obligations

Requirements:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate law, M&A, commercial contracts, and business planning

• Ability to independently manage client relationships and complex matters

• Commitment to high-quality legal service and responsiveness

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Active bar membership in good standing in New York or eligibility to waive in

Skills:

• Proficient in drafting and negotiating corporate legal documents

• Strong analytical, strategic thinking, and communication skills

• Ability to handle a broad corporate practice with limited supervision

• Collaborative team player with client-centered approach

• Strong organizational and time-management abilities

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including:

• • Medical, dental, and vision coverage

  • Life and long-term disability insurance

  • Flexible spending accounts

  • 401(k) plan

  • Pension plan

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)

  • Additional firm-specific perks and professional development opportunities

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306