Senior Corporate Associate

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Corporate Associate in Chicago, IL. The candidate must be admitted to practice in Virginia or Delaware and possess excellent writing and research skills. This role offers the flexibility of a fully remote or hybrid work environment with in-office options available. The ideal candidate will have a passion for assisting individuals and businesses and the ability to act as local counsel in state and federal courts.

Duties

• Handle corporate and transactional matters, including mergers and acquisitions, entity formations, and contract drafting.
• Manage entity formations, qualifications, and maintenance matters.
• Draft and review corporate documents such as operating agreements and bylaws.
• Provide legal guidance on corporate compliance and governance.
• Assist out-of-state lawyers with local court rules and procedures.
• Conduct complex legal research and analysis.
• Manage day-to-day case activities and collaborate on case strategies.
• Draft and review pleadings, memos, and other legal documents.
• Take and defend depositions and communicate with local counsel.

Requirements

• Member of the Delaware Bar or Virginia Bar.
• Minimum of two years of corporate transactional experience.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Proficient in legal writing and comfortable with court appearances and depositions.
• Familiarity with local practices of state and federal courts.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admitted to the Delaware Bar or Virginia Bar.

Skills

• Excellent legal writing and research abilities.
• Strong communication and case management skills.
• Ability to navigate complex legal procedures and court rules.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, STD, LTD).
• Quarterly performance bonus program.
• 401(K) with matching.
• Unlimited PTO and 10 paid holidays annually.
• Mentorship from experienced attorneys.
• Direct client interaction and courtroom experience from day one.
• Reasonable hourly requirements for a healthy life balance.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : (312) 321-9411
Fax : (213) 895-7306