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Position Overview: Dynamic AmLaw 200 firm seeking a highly motivated and skilled Capital Markets Associate to join our premier Corporate Department. This role is ideal for an attorney looking to transition their experience into a dynamic, mid-sized firm environment that offers sophisticated work, direct client contact, and a clear track for professional growth.
Key Responsibilities: Capital Markets Transactions: Advise issuers, underwriters, and investors in public and private offerings of equity and debt securities, including IPOs, secondary offerings, and private placements (PIPEs).Securities Compliance: Draft and review periodic reports, proxy statements, and other SEC disclosures (Forms 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K) in compliance with the Securities Act of 1933 and the Securities Exchange Act of 1934.Corporate Governance: Counsel public and private corporate clients on governance matters, stock exchange listing requirements (NYSE/NASDAQ), and regulatory compliance. Mergers & Acquisitions: Assist with corporate transactions, including drafting and negotiating transaction documents, managing due diligence, and closing deals.
Required Qualifications & Credentials: Class Years: Open strictly to the Class of 2022, 2023, or 2024.Academic Excellence: Must hold a J.D. from an accredited law school with a minimum GPA of 3.5 (or top-tier class rank equivalent).Firm Background: Am Law 100/200 (BigLaw) firm experience is heavily preferred. Career Stability: A steady employment history is required; no history of job-hopping or short stints between firms. Bar Admission: Must be admitted to practice and in good standing with the New York State Bar (or eligible for immediate admission).
Preferred Skills: Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical capabilities. Ability to manage multiple deal workstreams concurrently in a fast-paced environment. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with high-profile corporate clients and senior partners.

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Level

Senior

Location

Jersey City, NJ

Occupation

Lawyers

Industry

Investment Banking and Securities Intermediation

Posted

yesterday

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