General Corporate Associate Attorney

General Corporate Associate Attorney

Direct Counsel is seeking a General Corporate Associate Attorney to join a prestigious Am Law firm in Miami, Florida.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney with 1-3 years of general corporate experience to join a nationally recognized Corporate practice. The team advises entrepreneurs, emerging growth companies, venture-backed businesses, investors, and financial institutions on a wide range of corporate transactions, with a particular emphasis on technology, life sciences, and other high-growth industries.

Responsibilities

• Represent private and emerging growth companies in general corporate matters.

• Advise clients on venture financings, mergers and acquisitions, and other strategic corporate transactions.

• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents, corporate governance materials, and commercial agreements.

• Conduct legal due diligence in connection with corporate transactions.

• Counsel founders, investors, and management teams on corporate governance and business operations.

• Assist clients throughout the lifecycle of their businesses, from formation through financing, growth, and exit transactions.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary legal teams to deliver practical, business-focused legal advice.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.

• Active membership in the Florida Bar or eligibility to obtain admission.

• 1-3 years of general corporate experience representing private companies.

• Experience with venture financings, mergers and acquisitions, and general corporate matters.

• Experience practicing in the corporate department of a national or international law firm is preferred.

• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.

• Outstanding academic credentials from a nationally recognized law school.

• Ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment while managing sophisticated client matters.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: $225,000-$260,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance

  • Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options

  • Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance

  • Long-term care coverage

  • Commuter benefits

  • Backup child and adult care benefits

  • Generous parental leave and fertility benefits

  • Four weeks of vacation

  • Two weeks of paid sick leave

  • Ten paid holidays