Description:

Purpose of Role:
A Full Service Law Firm is seeking a dynamic Corporate M&A Attorney with a minimum of 2+ years of experience in M&A transactions, corporate governance, or related areas. The ideal candidate will play a key role in advising clients on diverse M&A transactions, ensuring compliance with relevant laws, providing strategic legal counsel, and collaborating closely with our corporate team. Our Partners offer mentorship to junior attorneys, enriching their professional growth and development.

Responsibilities:

Provide expert legal advice and counsel to clients on a wide variety of corporate and commercial matters, including business formations, governance, compliance, contracts, and transactions.
Provide legal counsel and support throughout the entire transaction lifecycle, from initial due diligence to post-closing integration.
Draft, review and negotiate a variety of M&A-related agreements, including purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, and merger agreements.
Oversee and manage transaction documents and agreements, including maintaining a comprehensive record of all legal documents and correspondence.
Collaborate closely with clients to understand their strategic objectives and provide legal advice that aligns with their business goals.
Work collaboratively with internal teams and partners to deliver comprehensive legal services to clients.

Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
Must be Bar-admitted in NJ; NY admission is a plus.
Minimum of 2+ years of significant corporate, commercial law, and M&A experience, preferably in a reputable law firm or similar setting.
Excellent negotiation, drafting, and communication skills.
Intrinsically motivated, self-starter with strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
Ability to work under pressure to meet strict deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Strong commercial/business acumen with the ability to deliver creative and pragmatic solutions and advice.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong client relationships.
Team player with the ability to collaborate effectively and lead when necessary.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and various other accounting and document management-based software.