Job Description

Responsibilities and practice

The Pittsburgh office of Dentons Cohen & Grigsby is seeking a Corporate transactional associate with excellent corporate experience and strong academic credentials to join our sophisticated and highly regarded Corporate practice that offers a dynamic and positive work culture that values professionalism and encourages continued learning. The person hired for this position will be part of a dedicated team and will support the practice by assuming such responsibilities as:

• Managing client relationships and a broad array of corporate and transactional matters
• Drafting and negotiating key commercial agreements, transaction documents and ancillary agreements
• Conducting or managing M&A transactions, including diligence reviews, coordinating general transaction management matters and closings, with the help of other associates or team members
• Supporting the practice by performing general research and writing as needed

This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic team that is passionate about what they do and to enjoy the benefits and resources of a global law firm. Dentons’ Corporate lawyers and professionals are strategic business advisors and market leaders in their field. Whether the need is innovative financing solutions, safeguarding fundamental interests or developing structures that meet operational, legal and tax requirements, the Dentons’ Corporate practice delivers unparalleled counsel and service.

Position requirements

Personal skills/attributes

• Is conscientious and responsive, with a proven attention to detail and a desire to work in a dynamic practice environment and manage multiple projects with time sensitive deadlines
• Has excellent written communication and drafting skills and an ability to produce written work product that is concise and effective
• Self-starter who takes initiative and works well independently, but embraces teamwork, works effectively with others who have different styles and contributes to a supportive and inclusive work environment
• Has excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to clearly communicate advice to clients and others
• Possesses strong analytical skills and thinks strategically
• Is ambitious, exhibits leadership and motivates others
• Is dedicated, with a record of academic and professional success

Technical skills

• 3-5 years of corporate transactional legal experience is required
• Experience drafting key legal documents for corporate matters is required
• Holds a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

Other requirements

• Would ideally be licensed to practice law in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and be in good standing

Equal opportunities

Dentons Cohen & Grigsby is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How to apply

Please send resume, law school transcript, and other application materials to brandon.zimmerman@dentons.com

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