Barnes & Thornburg LLP · 13 hours ago
Corporate Associate
Ann Arbor, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expBarnes & Thornburg LLP is seeking a highly motivated and skilled attorney with 2-3 years of experience in corporate transactions to join their team in Ann Arbor. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in complex M&A and venture transactions and will be responsible for providing legal counsel to clients, supervising the work of others, and managing a high volume of complex matters.
Legal
Responsibilities
Experience providing legal counsel to clients on a variety of corporate and/or venture matters, including but not limited to corporate governance, general business transactions, and other complex commercial transactions
Experience advising clients on regulatory compliance, drafting and negotiating contracts, and negotiating technology transactions and license agreements
Demonstrated commitment to being responsive to clients and colleagues, with experience providing practical, business-oriented legal advice, managing and prioritizing multiple client matters, and delivering high-quality legal services efficiently
Skilled in communicating directly with partners across the firm and with clients, fostering a true client-service mindset
Drive to mentor, supervise, and provide guidance to junior associates, fostering their professional development and ensuring the effective execution of client matters in a team-oriented environment
Outstanding drafting, analytical, and legal research capabilities
Strong academic credentials
Highly motivated to be part of an active national corporate practice, demonstrating initiative, an ability to assume direct responsibility for client matters, and strong interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with team members and clients
Qualification
Required
2-3 years of experience in corporate transactions
Experience providing legal counsel to clients on a variety of corporate and/or venture matters, including but not limited to corporate governance, general business transactions, and other complex commercial transactions
Experience advising clients on regulatory compliance, drafting and negotiating contracts, and negotiating technology transactions and license agreements
Demonstrated commitment to being responsive to clients and colleagues, with experience providing practical, business-oriented legal advice, managing and prioritizing multiple client matters, and delivering high-quality legal services efficiently
Skilled in communicating directly with partners across the firm and with clients, fostering a true client-service mindset
Drive to mentor, supervise, and provide guidance to junior associates, fostering their professional development and ensuring the effective execution of client matters in a team-oriented environment
Outstanding drafting, analytical, and legal research capabilities
Strong academic credentials
Highly motivated to be part of an active national corporate practice, demonstrating initiative, an ability to assume direct responsibility for client matters, and strong interpersonal skills to work collaboratively with team members and clients
Preferred
Experience with emerging companies, particularly in early-stage and incubator environments
Company
Barnes & Thornburg LLP
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1001-5000 employees
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