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Underberg & Kessler LLP

Corporate Associate Attorney II

Underberg & Kessler LLP, Rochester, New York, United States, 14600

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Underberg & Kessler is a full-service law firm known for delivering exceptional legal counsel across a wide range of industries. Our Corporate Practice Group is a dynamic and highly collaborative team serving clients in mergers and acquisitions, financial/securities offerings, governance and compliance issues and other business transactions.

We are seeking a talented and motivated Corporate Associate Attorney with 4 to 7 years of experience to join our Corporate Practice Group. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in handling complex corporate transactions and providing strategic advice to business clients.

Position Overview: This position will be responsible for handling general corporate legal matters including but not limited to mergers and acquisitions, commercial negotiation, banking, shareholder concerns, corporate technology matters, and entity formations.

Responsibilities: Represent clients in mergers and acquisitions and other corporate transactions. Draft, review and negotiate a wide range of business agreements and transactional documents Advise clients on corporate governance, entity formation and compliance matters Work closely with partners, clients and cross-practice teams on sophisticated legal matters Conduct legal research and provide strategic risk assessments and recommendations

Qualifications 4-7 years of corporate law experience at a law firm J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in New York State Experience with mergers and acquisitions, financial/securities offerings, governance and compliance issues and other business transactions Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Experience with private equity or venture capital transactions is a plus

What We Offer Competitive salary and associate bonus plan 401(k) with 3% profit-sharing + 2% employer contribution Medical, dental, vision, life, short-term and long-term disability insurance 4 weeks paid time off + 8 holidays and 1 floating holiday Hybrid work schedule after onboarding Professional mentorship and career development support

About Underberg & Kessler LLP With a long-standing history of excellence, Underberg & Kessler has been proudly serving businesses and individuals across Western New York for over 100 years. As a trusted legal partner, we are known for delivering top-tier legal services while fostering a supportive and collaborative environment where attorneys can grow, thrive, and make a meaningful impact.

Underberg & Kessler LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Please submit your cover letter, references and resume to Leslie Helmerci, Legal Operations & HR Manager, at