Corporate Attorney

Job details: 5+ years corporate experience needed!

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice and support on a wide range of corporate legal matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of corporate documents such as merger and acquisition agreements, partnership agreements, stock purchase agreements, and other related documents.
• Advise on corporate governance matters, including the drafting and review of corporate resolutions, board and committee charters, and policies.
• Provide legal counsel on a broad range of corporate matters such as corporate structure, legal rights, obligations, and privileges.
• Absorb due diligence processes and provide advice on risk management and mitigation.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure legal compliance across the organization.
• Develop and maintain an understanding of the business and its needs, and stay updated on relevant laws and regulations.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate law
• Admission to the IL state bar.
• Excellent legal drafting skills and strong negotiation abilities.
• Proven experience in managing multiple, complex matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional analytical and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization.
• High level of professionalism and confidentiality.
• Strong understanding of corporate governance issues and corporate secretarial duties.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

A bit about us: Our client, a full-service national and international practice, is seeking to add a Corporate Attorney or Partner to their Chicago, IL office!

Why join us?

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Profit sharing and 401K savings program
• Professional expenses and continuing legal education
• Hybrid work schedule

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