Corporate Lawyer

Corporate Associate – Mergers & Acquisitions (2–8 Years)

Location: New York City or Long Island, NY

Work Arrangement: Hybrid Schedule with Work-From-Home Flexibility

Compensation: $175,000–$225,000 Base Salary + Bonus + Strong Annual Raises

A highly respected New York-based law firm is seeking a Corporate Associate with 2–8 years of experience to join its growing Mergers & Acquisitions and Corporate practice. This attorney will work directly with senior leadership on sophisticated M&A transactions representing both buyers and sellers across a variety of industries, while also advising clients on broader corporate and transactional matters.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an attorney seeking hands-on deal experience, significant client exposure, strong mentorship, and a realistic path toward long-term advancement and partnership.

Responsibilities

• Represent buyers and sellers in mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions.
• Work on private equity-backed transactions, strategic acquisitions, and industry-specific deals.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents, including:
• Stock Purchase Agreements
• Asset Purchase Agreements
• Operating Agreements
• Shareholder Agreements
• Investor Rights Agreements
• Ancillary transaction documents and related corporate materials
• Advise clients on entity formation, governance, compliance, and general corporate matters.
• Conduct legal research and analysis related to transactional and regulatory issues.
• Communicate directly with founders, executives, sponsors, investors, family offices, and other stakeholders.
• Assist in managing transactions from letter of intent through closing.

Qualifications

• Active admission and good standing with the New York Bar.
• 2–8 years of relevant M&A and corporate transactional experience.
• New Jersey admission is a plus.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and project management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and fast-paced environment.
• Experience managing multiple matters simultaneously while maintaining exceptional client service.
• Base salary ranging from $175,000 to $225,000 , commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Strong annual compensation increases tied to performance and development.
• Hybrid work environment with meaningful flexibility.
• Significant client interaction and business development opportunities.
• Professional development and mentorship from experienced deal attorneys.

Billable Expectations

This position carries an annual billable requirement of 1,800 hours , offering attorneys the opportunity to work on sophisticated transactional matters while maintaining a sustainable workload and strong quality of life. The firm emphasizes efficiency, collaboration, and client service rather than excessive billing demands.

The firm is committed to developing future leaders and offers a clear, attainable path toward partnership for attorneys who demonstrate strong legal skills, client service, business judgment, and commitment to long-term growth. Attorneys are provided with meaningful opportunities to build client relationships, develop business, and position themselves for long-term success within the firm.

Qualified candidates should be prepared to provide a representative deal sheet outlining transaction experience and level of involvement.

All inquiries will be handled on a strictly confidential basis.