Corporate Associate Attorney

Respected Houston-based firm with growing corporate practice group.

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Salary: $140,000 - $180,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a respected Houston-based law firm serving energy, banking, finance, and real estate clients.

Why join us?

Competitive Compensation
Growing Corporate Practice
Excellent Benefits including 401(k) Contribution
Collaboration & Accessible Leadership

Job Details

We are seeking a high-energy, detail-oriented Associate who combines strong legal skills with genuine business acumen.

The firm is looking for someone who understands not only the legal aspects of business transactions but also the underlying business, financial, and operational considerations that drive them.

The Opportunity:

You'll work closely with a senior corporate partner on a variety of corporate and transactional matters, including:

• Mergers and acquisitions, including asset and equity transactions.
• Business entity formation and structuring.
• Corporate governance and ownership arrangements.
• Drafting and negotiating operating agreements, shareholder agreements, purchase agreements, and other commercial contracts.
• Private placements, capital raises, and investment transactions.
• Transactional due diligence and general corporate counseling.

What We're Looking For:

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• 1–3 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in corporate law, M&A, or business transactions.
• Active license and good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• Strong legal research, writing, drafting, and analytical skills.
• A solid understanding of business structures, ownership arrangements, and fundamental business concepts.
• The ability to think commercially and understand the business implications of legal decisions.

A Business Background Is a Plus!

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