Legal Intern

W S DARLEY & CO•Itasca, IL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Darley, a fourth-generation family-owned business, is seeking a Legal Intern to join our team. This role is ideal for a law student who is passionate about corporate governance and business strategy. Candidates pursuing a dual degree (JD/MBA) are highly preferred. The Legal Intern will play a key role in supporting the development and modernization of corporate governance processes and legal documentation. This position offers hands-on experience in corporate law, governance, and strategic decision-making within a dynamic, family-owned enterprise. About W.S. Darley & Co: Founded in 1908, W.S. Darley & Co. (Darley) remains a family owned and operated business, supplying the highest quality equipment solutions to its military and first responder customers. With origins in the equipment distribution and Midwest manufacturing, Darley offers a family of leading innovate emergency equipment brands and innovative solutions. Darley prides itself on delivering the highest quality solutions and services from its corporate headquarters in Itasca, IL and its’ ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing operations in Chippewa Falls, WI and Janesville, IA. Darley Defense, a division of the W.S. Darley company, specializes in using existing contracts to distribute products and services to the Federal Government. Darley Defense specializes in special operational equipment and fire and emergency services.

Requirements

Currently pursuing a Juris Doctor (JD degree) 2nd year law student preferred; candidates also pursuing MBA, highly preferred
Undergraduate degree in business discipline or equivalent experience.
1-2 years of experience in corporate law and/or business role or similar.
Strategic thought process in corporate governance, business law, and business strategy
Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.

Responsibilities

Assist in creating a comprehensive Board Charter, including policies for board member selection, term limits, and governance best practices.
Review and update corporate bylaws and shareholder agreements.
Draft and refine processes for voting share transfers, dividend calculations, and shareholder rights, among others.
Support legal process documentation for financial analysis for investments, including mergers & acquisitions (M&A), stock investments, and other capital allocation decisions.
Ensure all documents and processes align with applicable laws and regulations.
Work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to implement governance improvements.