Corporate Associate

As part of the Corporate Practice Team, you will support and lead a range of business transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, private offerings, capital restructuring, and related corporate activities. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of law firm experience and the readiness to take ownership of transactions. Experience in general corporate work, contract drafting and review, and M&A is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist with and lead corporate transactional matters including M&A, private offerings, and strategic restructurings
• Draft, review, and negotiate corporate agreements and related transaction documentation
• Provide guidance to clients on general corporate legal matters
• Manage deadlines, priorities, and multiple active matters with consistency and responsiveness
• Work collaboratively with attorneys and business professionals across the firm

Qualifications:

• 3 to 5 years of experience in a law firm corporate practice
• Demonstrated ability to manage or lead transactions; first-chair experience strongly preferred
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Excellent academic credentials
• Proven ability to handle multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail and responsiveness
• Admission to the Michigan bar is required

Why Join Us:

• Work on meaningful corporate transactions with clients ranging from emerging businesses to established companies
• Experience real responsibility and client interaction early, in a supportive environment that encourages professional growth
• Collaborate with a team that values collegiality, high-quality work, and shared success
• Gain exposure to a strong mix of transactional work, with the ability to build both breadth and depth in corporate practice
• Benefit from a firm culture that emphasizes practical problem-solving, trust, and long-term relationships with clients