Corporate Associate

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Job Overview

A leading law firm is seeking a Corporate Associate with 2–5 years of experience to join its Corporate & Finance group. This opportunity is available in any of the firm’s Ohio offices. The role offers the chance to work on high-profile, complex transactions in a collaborative and fast-paced legal environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in both private equity and strategic mergers and acquisitions and will be eager to contribute to a sophisticated corporate practice serving a diverse client base.

Location

• Columbus, Ohio

Duties

• Advise clients on a wide range of corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures

• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, merger agreements, and related deal documentation

• Conduct due diligence and risk assessment for corporate transactions

• Assist with private equity deals, joint ventures, and other investment transactions

• Provide general corporate counsel, including entity formation, corporate governance, and compliance

• Coordinate with colleagues across departments to support client needs on multifaceted matters

Requirements

• 2–5 years of experience in corporate law, with specific experience in M&A transactions

• Background in both private equity and strategic acquisitions preferred

• Ability to handle multiple deal-related tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced setting

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to providing high-quality legal service

Education

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

• Strong academic record required

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in the state of Ohio or eligible for admission

Skills

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and legal analysis skills

• Strong verbal and written communication

• Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively

• Strong organizational and time-management capabilities

• Business-minded approach to legal problem solving

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Opportunity to work with a highly regarded transactional team

• Direct client interaction and mentoring from senior attorneys

• Supportive environment with clear growth potential

• Access to a variety of sophisticated corporate matters across industries

Company info

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