Associate Corporate Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Corporate Attorney in Danbury, Connecticut, to manage a range of corporate matters, including transactional work, governance advice, and compliance projects. The role involves close collaboration with partners and clients to provide practical, business-focused legal solutions.

Duties

• Conduct due diligence and prepare summaries for mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other corporate transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate corporate documents, including purchase agreements, shareholder and operating agreements, bylaws, and amendments.
• Advise clients on corporate governance practices, securities compliance, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with entity formation, capitalization, and restructuring matters.
• Collaborate with tax, finance, and HR teams to address interdisciplinary legal issues.
• Support general counsel engagements such as policy development, board meeting preparation, and internal investigations.
• Manage multiple matters to meet deadlines, budgets, and firm performance metrics.

Requirements

• 4 years of experience in corporate transactional and general counsel practice at a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Admission to the Connecticut State Bar and in good standing.
• Demonstrated track record in handling mid to large scale corporate transactions.
• Strong legal research, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities, with a client service mindset.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Connecticut.

Skills

• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating complex corporate agreements.
• In-depth understanding of corporate law, securities regulations, and compliance frameworks.
• Familiarity with legal research platforms (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis).
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team environment.

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