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Corporate Attorney

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Chicago, IL

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$175,000–$225,000 Per Year
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
Today
Corporate Attorney (Associate or Partner Level)

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Salary: $175,000 - $225,000 per year

A bit about us:

Our client is a well-established, full-service law firm with a strong reputation for providing practical, business-focused legal counsel to privately held companies, entrepreneurs, and growth-stage businesses. The firm offers a collaborative environment with direct client access and a strong platform for attorneys looking to build and expand their practice.

Why join us?

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing Corporate practice that has a clear need for experienced attorneys who can handle sophisticated transactional work. The firm is seeking someone who can step into meaningful matters immediately and contribute to client development and long-term practice growth. For partner-level candidates, this is a strong platform with real opportunity to expand an existing book of business.

Job Details

We are seeking a Mid-Level Associate or Partner-Level Corporate Attorney with experience in general corporate law and mergers & acquisitions.

Key Responsibilities:
Represent clients in a wide range of corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and dispositions
Advise clients on general corporate governance, entity formation, and ongoing operational matters
Draft, review, and negotiate purchase agreements, operating agreements, and related transactional documents
Support due diligence processes and manage deal execution from start to finish
Collaborate with clients on strategic business decisions and growth initiatives
For partner-level candidates: drive client development and expand firm relationships

Qualifications:
4+ years of corporate law experience, including M&A and general business transactions
Strong drafting, negotiation, and deal management skills
Experience working with privately held companies and/or middle-market transactions preferred
Portable book of business required for partner-level candidates
JD from an accredited law school and active bar admission

Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive compensation based on experience and level
Associate compensation is lockstep based: approximately $175K starting, up to ~$225K by senior associate level
Bonus structure includes:
~15% origination credit
Productivity bonus for hours billed above 1,800
Additional profit-sharing opportunities tied to overall performance
Partner-level compensation tied to origination and collections, with strong percentage-based incentives
Full benefits package
Hybrid flexibility (up to 4 remote days per week, depending on role and practice needs

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COMPANY SIZE
100 to 499 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2018
WEBSITE
http://www.jobot.com

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