Corporate Lawyer

Job Title :
Senior Corporate Transactions Attorney (4–5 Years' Experience)

Practice Area :
Corporate Transactions – Emerging Companies, M&A

Location :
New York, NY or Boston, MA (hybrid work arrangement)

Schedule :
Full-time;
Billable Hour Expectation :
Approx. 1800 / year

Salary :
Competitive base salary plus discretionary bonus; total compensation is highly competitive with peer firms

Our client is a nationally recognized, full-service law firm with 12 offices across the U.S. and Europe, employing over 1,000 attorneys. The firm is known for its robust practice at the intersection of government, technology, and business. Recognized for its consistent excellence and commitment to diversity, mentorship, and pro bono service, the firm represents clients ranging from innovative startups to multinational public companies.

• Advising startups and high-growth companies through formation, funding rounds, and operational stages
• Leading equity financing transactions, including seed and venture rounds
• Handling mergers, acquisitions, and related divestitures, auctions, and carve-outs
• Providing strategic support on governance and shareholder matters
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams (IP, tax, employment) for seamless transaction execution
• Mentoring junior associates and managing deal teams efficiently
• Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing complex transaction documents with precision

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited U.S. law school
• Admission to practice law and in good standing in the state of New York or Massachusetts (depending on office)
• 4–5 years of post-JD experience in a corporate practice at a law firm
• Strong foundation in startup counseling, private company M&A, and equity financing
• Demonstrated ability to manage transactions independently and lead junior team members
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills

• Familiarity with capital markets and public company disclosure work (not required)
• Experience representing high-growth tech or life sciences companies
• Exposure to cross-border transactions or international clients
• Commitment to client service, responsiveness, and strategic thinking
• Strong interpersonal and leadership traits suited to a collaborative work culture

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Salary and benefits details may vary and will be decided definitively during later stages of the interview process. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage all individuals who deem themselves qualified for the above role regardless of their religion, country of origin, nationality, gender, sexuality, appearance, beliefs, or ideologies to apply today!"