Corporate Associate (2-4 yrs exp.) – Seattle
Firm Description:
Our client is an Am Law 100 firm with more than 750 attorneys across 18 offices nationwide. Known for its strategic legal counsel and business solutions, the firm has strong practices in litigation, business transactions, finance, intellectual property, and real estate. It is recognized for its collaborative culture, commitment to innovation, and dedication to client service and pro bono work.
Position Description:
Corporate Associate
Our client, a nationally recognized Am Law 100 law firm, is seeking a Corporate Associate with 2-4 years of transactional experience to join its growing Corporate Practice in Seattle.This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to build a sophisticated corporate practice while working closely with public and private companies, nonprofit organizations, investors, and business owners across a broad range of industries. The successful candidate will receive meaningful responsibility, direct client exposure, and strong mentorship within a collaborative and nationally respected platform.
Responsibilities
- Advise clients on general corporate governance matters
- Assist with mergers and acquisitions transactions from due diligence through closing
- Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents
- Support commercial and corporate transactions across various industries
- Prepare and review corporate organizational documents and governance materials
- Coordinate transaction workstreams and manage closing processes
- Conduct legal research and provide practical business-focused advice to clients
- Work directly with partners, clients, and deal teams on sophisticated transactional matters
- Support ongoing client counseling regarding corporate governance and operational matters
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Active membership in good standing with the Washington State Bar
- 2-4 years of corporate transactional experience
- Experience with:
- Corporate governance
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Commercial transactions
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Outstanding academic credentials
- Strong organizational and project management skills
- Ability to work effectively both independently and within a collaborative team environment
- Commitment to exceptional client service
Why This Opportunity
Our client offers attorneys the opportunity to work on sophisticated transactions within a collegial and growth-oriented environment. Attorneys benefit from:
- Significant responsibility and client interaction
- Exposure to complex corporate and M&A transactions
- Strong mentorship and professional development
- A collaborative and team-oriented culture
- Opportunities to work with public and private companies across numerous industries
- Long-term career advancement within a nationally recognized corporate platform
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $220,000 – $250,000 annually
- Effective January 1, 2027: $230,000 – $270,000 annually
- Eligibility for incentive bonus and profit-sharing opportunities
Benefits include:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Short-term and long-term disability coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional development opportunities
Location
- Seattle, Washington
Meet Your Recruiter
Samir Metovic
Director of Legal Recruiting
