• Corporate Attorney

    Robert Half Legal (Minneapolis, MN)


    Description

    We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Associate Corporate Attorney with experience in private equity transactions, mergers and acquisitions (M& A) for small and midsize businesses, debt and equity financings including mezzanine transactions, and other corporate matters. This role will involve supporting clients across a range of industries, helping them navigate complex transactions and develop strategic solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in corporate law, excellent negotiation skills, and a passion for delivering value-driven counsel to clients.

    Key Responsibilities

    + Transactional Work: Assist clients with structuring, negotiating, and closing private equity transactions, M& A deals, debt financings, equity financings, and mezzanine transactions.

    + Due Diligence: Conduct and manage thorough legal due diligence processes for acquisitions, financings, and other corporate transactions.

    + Drafting and Reviewing: Draft, review, and revise legal agreements, including stock purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, operating agreements, financing contracts, and other transactional documents.

    + Client Advisory: Provide practical legal advice on corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory issues related to deal structures and corporate transactions.

    + Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, financial advisors, and opposing counsel, to develop solutions and navigate deal challenges.

    + Legal Research: Perform research on applicable laws, trends, and emerging regulatory developments impacting clients and transactions.

    + Risk Analysis: Identify and mitigate risks tied to corporate transactions, including reviewing title documents, intellectual property concerns, tax implications, and compliance matters.

    + Portfolio and Post-Transaction Support: Assist clients with post-closing matters such as integration, restructuring, or governance adjustments.

     

    Compensation & Benefits

     

    + Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits.

    + Retirement plan with employer match

    Requirements

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Experience working with small and midsize businesses or private equity firms.

    + Experience working with community-based lending, debt and equity financings

    + Must be licensed in Minnesota and J.D. from accredited law school

    + Proficiency in drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements. Familiarity with key legal concepts related to corporate finance, tax, and regulatory implications of business transactions.

    + Strong interpersonal skills and an ability to provide clear, concise, and actionable advice to clients and stakeholders.

    + Ability to manage multiple complex matters simultaneously with a keen focus on details and deadlines.

    + Comfortable collaborating in a fast-paced environment, with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

     

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