Chicago Hybrid

Corporate & Securities Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$310000 $420000

A premier AmLaw 50 firm is seeking a Corporate & Securities Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing emerging growth companies mature businesses private equity sponsors investors and public and private companies in sophisticated corporate transactions securities matters and strategic business counseling.

Ideal Background

47 years of sophisticated corporate transactional experience gained at a national or international law firm

Experience representing public and private companies founders investors and private equity sponsors across a broad range of industries

Experience handling mergers and acquisitions strategic transactions venture financings growth equity investments and other corporate finance transactions

Experience advising clients on general corporate matters including entity governance board matters corporate structuring and day-to-day business counseling

Experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements strategic partnership agreements investment documents purchase agreements stockholder agreements and other complex corporate contracts

Experience with capital raising transactions securities law matters and corporate governance is preferred

Ability to independently manage sophisticated transactions while collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary deal teams

Strong drafting negotiation analytical and client counseling skills

Excellent academic credentials

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

Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

Elite Corporate & Securities practice

Sophisticated M&A financings and strategic corporate transactions

Opportunity to advise innovative companies throughout every stage of the business lifecycle

Significant client interaction and early responsibility

Strong mentorship professional development and partnership-track opportunities

Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment with market-leading 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