Corporate Attorney - Join Our Team at Leading Law Firm Taft in Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Colorado Springs, Columbus, Dayton, Denver, Detroit (Southfield), Indianapolis, and Minneapolis
Taft is seeking a driven and collaborative corporate attorney with at least 4 years of M&A experience to join our team. As a full-service law firm with over 1,000 attorneys and a collaborative approach, Taft is a preeminent law firm that is committed to helping our clients succeed. We offer advanced technological resources and a depth of services to support our team and clients.
In this hybrid role, the corporate attorney will have the opportunity to work on both Private Equity M&A deals and lead deals involving representations and warranties insurance (RWI) underwriters. This is an ideal position for someone who is looking to grow their M&A skillset and take on leadership and business development opportunities. The attorney will be responsible for coordinating subject matter experts, addressing complex issues, and utilizing technology and support staff to enhance the quality and timing of work product produced.
To be successful in this role, candidates must have hands-on experience leading M&A due diligence teams, negotiating transactions, and purchasing RWI as part of a transaction. They must also have a growth mindset and proficiency with modern real-time collaboration software tools. A minimum of 4 years of experience as a transactional attorney in a law firm setting or equivalent in-house role is required.
We offer a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, long term disability, flexible spending, 401K, Paid Time Off, paid holidays, and bonuses. The salary range for this position is $175,000 – $330,000/year, and the actual compensation offer may vary based on office location, work experience, education, and skill level.
To apply, please send a cover letter, law school transcript, and resume with a full description of relevant experience to Lisa Watson, Chief Recruiting Officer, at . We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and participate in E-VERIFY.
Responsibilities:
• Serve as a key member of Private Equity M&A deal teams
• Lead deals involving representations and warranties insurance
• Coordinate subject matter experts and address complex issues
• Utilize technology and support staff to enhance work product quality and timing
• Demonstrate a growth mindset in both practice and business development matters
Requirements:
• Minimum of 4 years of M&A experience, preferably as private equity buy-side counsel
• Experience negotiating transactions and purchasing RWI
• Proficiency with modern collaboration software tools (., Teams, Office 365, etc.)
• Licensed attorney with experience in a law firm setting or equivalent in-house role
Benefits:
• Competitive compensation package
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, long term disability, and flexible spending
• 401K, Paid Time Off, and paid holidays
• Bonus opportunities for exceptional performance
Join our team at Taft, a leading law firm with a collaborative approach and advanced technological resources. Apply now and take your career to the next level!
