Corporate / Business Associate Attorney

Aspen Careers•Cleveland, OH

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Aspen Careers is partnering with an established Cleveland-based law firm to hire a Corporate/Business Associate Attorney for its growing business practice. The attorney will work with closely held businesses on corporate, transactional, and general business matters, including contracts, mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, compliance, and some real estate transactions. The firm offers a collaborative and supportive environment, opportunities to develop a practice and build client relationships, manageable billable-hour expectations, and an emphasis on work-life balance. The role offers hybrid flexibility.

Requirements

Three to five years of corporate, business, or transactional law experience, preferably in a law firm setting.
Active Ohio law license.
Experience representing closely held businesses and handling commercial contracts and agreements.
Familiarity with corporate governance, business transactions, and mergers and acquisitions.
Strong drafting, organizational, analytical, and communication skills.
Detail-oriented, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple client matters.
Collaborative, client-focused approach and comfort working in a team-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to real estate transactions and corporate compliance matters.

Responsibilities

Work directly with closely held businesses on corporate, transactional, and general business matters.
Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, business agreements, and other corporate documents.
Assist with mergers and acquisitions, including due diligence, transactional documentation, and data room management.
Support corporate governance and compliance matters, including entity formation, organizational documents, resolutions, and state filings.
Work on real estate transactions, including deeds, leases, and related documentation.
Develop practices and strengthen client relationships in a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary with performance-based bonus opportunities.
Flexible work-from-home arrangements.
Reasonable billable-hour expectations.
Comprehensive health insurance, with optional dental and vision coverage.
Health Savings Account with employer contributions for eligible employees.
Employer-provided life, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance.
Paid vacation and flexible paid time off.
Firm-paid bar dues, CLEs, and professional association memberships.
Allowances for business development, home office expenses, and cell phone usage.
Firm-provided laptop and technology resources.
Supportive environment that prioritizes work-life balance.