Corporate Attorney - M&A & Business Transactions (Hybrid)
Corporate Attorney - M&A & Business Transactions (Hybrid)
Location: Summit, NJ (Hybrid; in-office 3 days/week)
Salary: $135,000-$175,000 base + productivity bonus tied to profit share
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; 3 wks PTO; 401(k) w/ 4% match; Continuing Education
Job Type: Full-Time
Typical Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM ET
Travel: None
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship is not available
Corporate Attorney - M&A & Business Transactions Description
Our client, a boutique business law firm, is seeking a Corporate Attorney to join their growing team in Summit, NJ. This role offers the rare opportunity to do high-level, meaningful corporate work in an entrepreneurial environment without the politics or rigidity of BigLaw. You will work directly with founders, investors, and leadership teams on complex transactions while acting as a trusted business advisor throughout the lifecycle of a company.
To succeed, you must have corporate transactions law experience with a focus on M&A, entity formation, and corporate governance, as well as be comfortable taking ownership of matters, and balancing big-picture business goals with detailed legal execution. Ideal candidates are motivated corporate attorneys who want early responsibility, direct client exposure, and the ability to see the real impact of their work. This is an exciting opportunity for attorneys who thrive in collaborative settings, value mentorship, and are eager to grow their skills while building long-term client relationships in a firm that genuinely invests in its people.
Corporate Attorney - M&A & Business Transactions Responsibilities
• Represent clients in mergers, acquisitions, asset purchases, and equity transactions
• Manage due diligence processes and coordinate directly with clients and counterparties
• Draft and negotiate transaction documents and ancillary closing materials
• Support deal closings and post-closing matters from start to finish
• Handle entity formations, restructurings, and ongoing corporate governance matters
• Prepare board and shareholder consents, resolutions, and organizational documents
• Advise clients on general corporate matters across all stages of growth
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients on assigned matters
Corporate Attorney - M&A & Business Transactions Qualifications
• Juris Doctor; admitted in NY and/or NJ; waive into other within 1 year required
• 2+ years of corporate law experience required
• Experience with M&A, entity formation, and corporate governance required
• Strong understanding of the M&A process from letter of intent through closing required
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Location: Summit, NJ (Hybrid; in-office 3 days/week)
Salary: $135,000-$175,000 base + productivity bonus tied to profit share
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision; 3 wks PTO; 401(k) w/ 4% match; Continuing Education
Job Type: Full-Time
Typical Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM ET
Travel: None
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship is not available
Corporate Attorney - M&A & Business Transactions Description
Our client, a boutique business law firm, is seeking a Corporate Attorney to join their growing team in Summit, NJ. This role offers the rare opportunity to do high-level, meaningful corporate work in an entrepreneurial environment without the politics or rigidity of BigLaw. You will work directly with founders, investors, and leadership teams on complex transactions while acting as a trusted business advisor throughout the lifecycle of a company.
To succeed, you must have corporate transactions law experience with a focus on M&A, entity formation, and corporate governance, as well as be comfortable taking ownership of matters, and balancing big-picture business goals with detailed legal execution. Ideal candidates are motivated corporate attorneys who want early responsibility, direct client exposure, and the ability to see the real impact of their work. This is an exciting opportunity for attorneys who thrive in collaborative settings, value mentorship, and are eager to grow their skills while building long-term client relationships in a firm that genuinely invests in its people.
Corporate Attorney - M&A & Business Transactions Responsibilities
• Represent clients in mergers, acquisitions, asset purchases, and equity transactions
• Manage due diligence processes and coordinate directly with clients and counterparties
• Draft and negotiate transaction documents and ancillary closing materials
• Support deal closings and post-closing matters from start to finish
• Handle entity formations, restructurings, and ongoing corporate governance matters
• Prepare board and shareholder consents, resolutions, and organizational documents
• Advise clients on general corporate matters across all stages of growth
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients on assigned matters
Corporate Attorney - M&A & Business Transactions Qualifications
• Juris Doctor; admitted in NY and/or NJ; waive into other within 1 year required
• 2+ years of corporate law experience required
• Experience with M&A, entity formation, and corporate governance required
• Strong understanding of the M&A process from letter of intent through closing required
Apply Now
Apply Now