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Columbus, OH, United States

Corporate Associate Attorney

Attorney

1-15 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Columbus, OH is seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney with 2-8 years of experience in Mergers and Acquisitions, preferably in both private equity and strategic M&A. The ideal candidate must possess excellent academic credentials and strong writing and drafting skills.

Duties:

• Assist clients in various corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transactional documents such as purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, and other related contracts.
• Conduct due diligence investigations and prepare related reports for corporate transactions.
• Provide legal advice and strategic guidance to clients on corporate governance matters.
• Assist in the formation and dissolution of corporate entities, including drafting corporate resolutions and bylaws.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and clients to develop and execute corporate strategies.
• Handle general corporate matters, including compliance, regulatory filings, and corporate restructuring.
• Stay updated on changes in corporate laws and regulations to ensure compliance and provide guidance to clients.
• Manage and maintain client relationships through effective communication and legal support.
• Handle additional corporate legal tasks and projects as assigned.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the Bar of Ohio or eligibility for Bar admission via reciprocity.
• 2-8 years of experience in Mergers and Acquisitions, with a focus on both private equity and strategic M&A.
• Strong understanding of corporate law, M&A transactions, and corporate governance principles.
• Excellent academic credentials with a demonstrated track record of success.
• Exceptional writing and drafting skills for preparing legal documents and transactional agreements.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and collaborate with colleagues and clients.
• Proficient in conducting due diligence investigations and preparing related reports.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance requirements related to corporate transactions.
• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail in reviewing legal documents and agreements.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with clients, colleagues, and external parties.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize workload to meet deadlines.

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting and negotiating transactional documents, such as purchase agreements and shareholder agreements.
• Experience in conducting due diligence investigations and preparing reports for M&A transactions.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance principles and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of private equity transactions and related legal matters.
• Legal research proficiency in corporate law and M&A regulations.
• Excellent writing skills for preparing legal memoranda and transactional documents.
• Ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide strategic advice to clients.
• Interpersonal skills for building and maintaining client relationships.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy and thoroughness in legal work.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research databases.

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