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Corporate Associate Attorney


Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 30 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Chicago Hybrid

Corporate Associate Attorney
AmLaw 100 Opportunity
Compensation

Competitive Compensation

A nationally recognized AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in advising privately held and publicly traded companies on a broad range of corporate transactions governance matters mergers and acquisitions financings and day-to-day business counseling.

Ideal Background

36 years of sophisticated corporate transactional experience gained at a law firm

Experience representing public and private companies founders investors lenders and private equity sponsors

Experience handling mergers and acquisitions corporate restructurings entity formations reorganizations and strategic business transactions

Experience drafting and negotiating asset purchase agreements stock purchase agreements merger agreements operating agreements shareholder agreements and other corporate transaction documents

Experience advising clients on corporate governance entity management board matters and general corporate compliance

Experience conducting legal due diligence and managing transaction closings

Experience with commercial contracts financing transactions securities matters or private equity transactions is a plus

Strong drafting negotiation analytical and client counseling skills

Ability to independently manage sophisticated transactions while maintaining significant client interaction

Excellent academic credentials

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

Broad-based corporate practice with sophisticated transactional work

Opportunity to advise clients throughout the entire business lifecycle

Exposure to mergers and acquisitions financings governance and strategic business matters

Significant client interaction and early responsibility

Strong mentorship professional development and partnership-track opportunities

Collaborative AmLaw 100 environment with competitive compensation and benefits

Interested

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if youre not actively looking or arent sure this opportunity is the right fit lets connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

Im happy to provide additional information regarding compensation billable expectations partnership track and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition



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