Aprio

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Corporate Attorney – Business Transactions

AttorneyAttorneyFull TimeRemoteTeam 1,001-5,000H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

Arizona

Posted

32 days ago

Salary

$150K - $175K / year

Professional Certificate5 yrs expEnglish

Job Description

• Advise clients on structuring, negotiating, and executing a wide range of business transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and reorganizations. • Conduct legal due diligence, risk assessment, and manage all aspects of transactional deals from inception through closing. • Form and organize various business entities (LLCs, corporations, partnerships) and draft foundational documents such as operating agreements, bylaws, and shareholder agreements. • Prepare board resolutions, maintain corporate records, and advise directors and officers on fiduciary duties and governance best practices. • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, confidentiality agreements, and acquisition agreements. • Coordinate legal processes for M&A transactions, including obtaining necessary approvals and ensuring compliance with antitrust, securities, and corporate governance laws. • Provide ongoing legal advice on regulatory compliance, risk management, and business strategy. • Supervise outside counsel as needed and collaborate with internal teams to support business operations.

Job Requirements

  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active bar membership in good standing.
  • Active license and in good standing to practice law in the United States.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in corporate transactional law, with direct involvement in entity formation, governance, and M&A.
  • Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills; attention to detail is essential.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex transactions and work collaboratively with clients, colleagues, and external advisors.
  • Experience advising public and private companies, boards of directors, and financial sponsors is preferred.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
  • Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
  • 401k with Profit Sharing
  • 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
  • Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
  • Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
  • Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
  • Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
  • Top rated wellness program
  • Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options

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