Corporate Attorney

Gallagher LLP • Baltimore, MD

1d • $170,000 - $240,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Gallagher LLP is seeking an associate attorney to join its Corporate and Corporate Finance practice. The attorney will advise individual and corporate clients on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, debt and equity financing, private placements, securities compliance, executive and employee compensation, and general corporate and contract matters. The role offers direct client work across industries including venture capital, real estate private equity, health care, renewable energy finance, technology, manufacturing, and professional services.

The firm seeks a candidate with substantial experience representing clients in business purchases and sales, including mergers and stock and asset acquisitions. Relevant work may also include joint ventures, shareholder agreements, private equity investments, investment fund formation, succession planning, private placements, disclosure documents, securities purchase and subscription agreements, and compliance with securities laws and registration exemptions. The firm encourages candidates whose experience covers a meaningful portion of this work, even if they are not experts in every listed area.

The position follows the firm's current hybrid work policy for attorneys, which requires three days per week in the office. Gallagher LLP has served businesses and non-profits in the mid-Atlantic region and nationwide for over 65 years. The firm emphasizes long-term careers, continuity, and an established workforce. Gallagher LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice in Maryland or eligibility for admission.
• At least 6 years of experience in corporate, securities, and mergers and acquisitions work.
• Strong working knowledge of private securities offerings and securities law compliance.
• Excellent analytical, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues and build lasting client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Advise individual and corporate clients on mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, debt and equity financing, private placements, securities compliance, executive and employee compensation, and general corporate and contract matters.
• Represent clients in the purchase and sale of businesses, including mergers and stock and asset acquisitions.
• Work on joint ventures, shareholder agreements, private equity investments, investment fund formation, and succession planning.
• Handle securities matters, including private placements, preparation of disclosure documents and securities purchase and subscription agreements, and compliance with federal and state registration exemptions and other securities laws.
• Work directly with clients across a range of industries.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree