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Cornerstone Recruiting lists this Attorney opportunity in lexington, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Our client serves as trusted counsel for individuals and small and mid-sized businesses across the Commonwealth of Kentucky and beyond, providing counsel on corporate, M&A, labor-and-employment, and litigation matters. They are seeking an experienced Corporate/M&A Attorney who will lead the expansion of the Corporate and M&A practice.
Key Responsibilities
Lead mergers & acquisitions transactions from initial client engagement through closing and post-close integration
Manage both buy-side and sell-side transactions across a range of deal sizes and structures
Conduct and oversee due diligence, including pre-LOI analysis through closing
Draft, review, and negotiate key transaction documents (LOIs, purchase agreements, ancillary agreements)
Advise clients on deal structuring, financial considerations, and risk mitigation strategies
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the transaction lifecycle
Collaborate with internal teams to cross-sell additional firm services where appropriate
Contribute to the growth and strategic direction of the firm’s corporate/M&A practice
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
Admission to practice in the Commonwealth of Kentucky (out-of-state candidates willing to sit for the Kentucky bar exam or eligible for admission in Kentucky will be considered)
7–10+ years of experience in corporate law with a strong emphasis on M&A transactions
Prior law firm experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated ability to independently lead and close transactions
Experience handling both buy-side and sell-side deals
Strong understanding of financial statements, valuation concepts, and deal structures
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and client management skills
Competitive salary commensurate with experience (and portable book of business 401(k) retirement plan with profit-sharing and safe-harbor (match) contributions)
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