Attorney/Lawyer

We are looking for an experienced corporate attorney to join a sophisticated legal practice in Stamford, Connecticut. This opportunity is suited for a senior associate who brings substantial exposure to corporate transactions and can guide matters from initial planning through closing with confidence and sound judgment. The role offers a hybrid schedule and the chance to work closely with clients, partners, and cross-functional legal teams on complex business matters.

Responsibilities:
• Advise clients on a broad range of business transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and investment-related matters.
• Prepare, revise, and negotiate core deal documents and supporting materials to move transactions efficiently from term sheet to closing.
• Direct transaction execution by coordinating due diligence, managing timelines, and serving as a key point of contact for clients and opposing counsel.
• Provide counsel on business entity formation, organizational structure, governance matters, capitalization, and ongoing corporate maintenance.
• Support deal strategy by identifying legal and commercial issues, recommending practical solutions, and helping structure transactions effectively.
• Work collaboratively with lawyers across complementary practice areas such as tax, finance, employment, and dispute resolution when matters require broader legal input.
• Supervise entry-level team members and paralegals during active matters, offering guidance, assigning work, and reviewing deliverables for quality and accuracy.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsive communication, reliable execution, and thoughtful legal advice tailored to business objectives.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• At least 5 years of law firm experience focused on corporate transactions, with senior-level capability in mergers and acquisitions work.
• Demonstrated strength in drafting and negotiating principal transaction documents with limited supervision.
• Solid understanding of corporate law, governance frameworks, and common business entity structures.
• Ability to manage multiple active matters in a deadline-driven environment while maintaining strong attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with strong analytical and organizational abilities.
• Proven ability to work directly with clients and collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Compensation

$200,000.00-$290,000.00 Yearly

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