Corporate Associate (Mid Level)
Finn Dixon & Herling LLP · Stamford, CT · 3 wk ago
HybridLegalFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Represent clients in a wide range of corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and strategic investments
- Draft, review, and negotiate transactional documents, including purchase agreements, merger agreements, shareholder agreements, operating agreements, disclosure schedules, and ancillary closing documents
- Conduct and manage due diligence, including reviewing corporate records, contracts, and regulatory filings, and preparing diligence summaries
- Aid with transaction structuring, deal management, and closing logistics
- Advises clients on general corporate matters, including entity formation, governance, capitalization, and ongoing compliance
- Collaborates with attorneys in other practice groups (tax, finance, employment, litigation) as needed
- Manages junior associates and paralegals on transactions and provides guidance and feedback
- Maintains direct communication with clients and contributes to building long-term client relationships
Skills & Qualifications
- JD from an ABA accredited law school
- 3–6 years of experience in transactional work at a law firm, including drafting and negotiating principal deal documents
- Strong knowledge of corporate governance, entity structures, and transactional processes
- Excellent drafting, analytical, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple transactions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
- Strong attention to detail and sound business judgment
- Team-oriented with a proactive and solutions-driven mindset
Company Information
Finn Dixon is based in Stamford, Connecticut and currently maintains a hybrid work environment with candidates generally expected to be in office at least 2 days per week.