Associate - Business

Overview

This role is for an experienced associate (3–6 years of experience) to join the organization’s Business Group. The position supports partners across the country on a national platform and involves a broad range of corporate matters, including:

• Public and private M&A
• Private equity transactions
• Joint ventures
• Growth equity financings
• General corporate and commercial work for in-house legal departments and operating teams of both public and private companies

Responsibilities

• Run corporate and transactional matters from start to end with minimal supervision
• Prepare and manage ancillary documentation for M&A and related transactions
• Perform due diligence and prepare diligence reports
• Support deal execution for public and private M&A, private equity, joint ventures, and growth equity financings
• Handle general corporate and commercial matters, including drafting, negotiation, and documentation
• Manage client relationships and day-to-day client needs to deliver high-quality service
• Collaborate effectively with partners across offices, including strong virtual meeting participation
• Maintain priority setting, anticipate issues, and exercise sound legal judgment while providing timely, business-focused guidance
• Coordinate deliverables across stakeholders and use effective project management

Requirements

• 3–6 years of experience
• Experience working on M&A deals, including preparing ancillary documents, performing due diligence, and preparing diligence reports
• Experience with general corporate transactions and capital markets transactions
• Ability to run deals end-to-end with minimal supervision
• Experience in other corporate or transactional matters, such as joint ventures and/or commercial contracts
• Strong drafting and negotiating skills
• Strong verbal communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team setting
• J.D. from a nationally recognized and accredited school
• Admitted to practice law in Ohio

Preferred Qualifications

• AmLaw 100–200 law firm experience strongly preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• The salary offered in any location will be determined by a wide range of factors, including, but not limited to, experience level, education/training, geographic region, and relevant skills.
• Associates also participate in a performance- and hours-based bonus program.

Location

This position may be located in Cincinnati, OH or Columbus, OH.

Application Information

Candidates should submit resume, law school transcript, and deal sheet with their application. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer.