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Mid-Level Associate
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What they do
A Corporate Lawyer specializes in corporate law. They ensure the legality of commercial transactions, advising corporations on their legal rights and duties, including the duties and responsibilities of corporate officers.
$201,031 / year median in New York
-0% projected decline
Job Description
Description Robert Half is partnering with a prominent full-service law firm to identify a Mid-Level Corporate / M& A Associate for its highly regarded Corporate Practice Group. This position offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated middle-market and private equity-backed transactions while taking on increased responsibility in managing deals and client relationships. The corporate practice is one of the firm's largest groups and primarily handles private equity transactions. Attorneys work closely with a team that includes 15 partners, associates, counsel, and dedicated paralegal support. Location, Compensation & Schedule +
Location:
Manhattan, New York +
Work Arrangement:
Hybrid, approximately 3 days per week in-office +
Schedule:
Standard hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.; in-office days are generally determined by the deal team and practice group +
Pay:
$110-$140/hour Responsibilities
+ Lead and manage corporate transactions from inception through closing
+ Handle M& A, private equity, growth equity, and venture financing transactions
+ Conduct and oversee due diligence processes
+ Manage transaction timelines, deadlines, and closing logistics
+ Draft, review, negotiate, and revise principal transaction documents, including:
+ Purchase Agreements
+ Stockholders Agreements
+ Operating Agreements
+ Right of First Refusal (ROFR) Agreements
+ Investor Rights Agreements
+ Related transaction documents
+ Coordinate internal and external deal teams
+ Supervise junior attorneys and support staff on transaction matters
+ Advise clients on general corporate and transactional issues Requirements Qualifications
+ J.D. and admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction + 4-6+ years of corporate transactional experience
+ Strong experience with M& A, private equity, growth equity, and venture financing transactions
+ Proven experience managing due diligence, transaction execution, and closings
+ Demonstrated ability to draft and negotiate complex transaction documents
+ General corporate law background with experience supporting sophisticated transactional matters
+ Strong project management, drafting, and organizational skills
+ Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented deal environment
+ Capital Markets experience is a plus
+ Law firm corporate transactional experience strongly preferred
+ Exposure to fund formation, credit, and securities matters preferred Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. Robert Half is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation. Robert Half project lawyers do not constitute a law firm among themselves. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .