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corporate associate attorney

Latham & Watkins LLP

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Latham &amp; Watkins
</b></h2><div><div><div>Latham &amp; Watkins is one of the world&rsquo;s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers globally and offer unmatched expertise and resources to help you grow from an intellectually curious self-starter into an exceptional lawyer. If you aspire to be the best, this is where you belong.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the Practice Group
</b></h2><div><div><div>Latham&rsquo;s preeminent Investment Funds Practice draws on deep experience and global reach to advise the world&rsquo;s most sophisticated fund sponsors and investors.<br>
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We work across the full spectrum of private capital managers, serving as long-standing advisors to many of the most well-established global PE firms and asset management firms. We are also counsel to a broad range of emerging managers in the buyout, venture, and credit funds space. Latham helps clients form and structure a diverse array of private investment vehicles, leveraging capabilities across practices and across the firm to navigate the global securities, tax, and regulatory aspects of such funds. As an integral part of our relationships with asset managers we also advise on a full range of day-to-day compliance and corporate issues.
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Given our global platform, we provide funds clients with unique insights into the evolving regulatory and market environments in which they operate &mdash; regularly advising asset managers on complex or novel regulatory issues.
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As one of the most active firms advising on secondary transactions, we have extensive experience representing both sponsors and strategic investors across the full range of these dynamic transactions.
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We bring an exceptional track record and creativity to all our engagements, whether advising a seasoned manager, a first-time sponsor, or a large-scale institutional investor in the private capital space.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the Role
</b></h2><div><div><div>The Investment Funds Regulatory Practice is seeking a highly qualified associate candidate with at least 3 years of relevant asset management regulatory experience. Candidates should have strong working knowledge of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 and the Investment Company Act of 1940. Private equity and hedge fund formation experience is also helpful. The group&rsquo;s investment funds attorneys provide legal, regulatory, and compliance advice to investment advisers, family offices, and other financial institutions around the globe, including in connection with operating and managing private equity funds, private credit funds, hedge funds, and real estate funds, and the structuring of complex corporate transactions involving investment advisers and investment funds. Investment funds regulatory attorneys regularly counsel clients in SEC examinations, investigations, and enforcement proceedings and work closely with the firm&rsquo;s white collar litigation department in connection with those matters. Investment funds attorneys also advise on Investment Company Act issues, including regulatory, status, and structuring issues.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Main Contact Details
</b></h2><div><div><div>LateralRecruiting.Corporate@lw.com
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Jordan.Wampler@lw.com
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional Information
</b></h2><div><div><div>Investing in the well-being of our lawyers and staff is among the firm&rsquo;s highest priorities. Through our &ldquo;LiveWell Latham&rdquo; program, we offer best-in-class benefits and comprehensive resources designed to support you and your loved ones through all life&rsquo;s moments &mdash; from building a family and taking care of loved ones, to managing your health and saving for the future.<br>
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Latham &amp; Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.<br>
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We periodically provide demographic data to legal publications, bar associations, civic and community organizations, and in some instances, to local, state, and federal government agencies as required by law or contract. So that the firm can provide this information accurately, we request that you consider self-identifying.<br>
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 review your rights under U.S. employment laws. In accordance with Latham &amp; Watkins policies, associates in this role must protect and maintain any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial and/or proprietary information that Latham &amp; Watkins retains either as part of the legal services the Firm provides to clients or for internal purposes.<br>
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Los Angeles: Latham &amp; Watkins LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO).<br>
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San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.<br>
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Massachusetts: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. An employer that violates this law may be subject to fines and/or a private right of action for $500 in statutory damages &ldquo;for each such violation,&rdquo; among other things.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Pay Range
</b></h2><div><div><div><div><b>Associate Base Salary</b></div><div>
Discretionary bonuses may be available depending on application circumstances and position.</div><div></div><div><div><div><b><br>
Year</b></div><div><b> US Payroll</b></div></div><br>
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1st Year</b></div><div> $225,000</div></div><br>
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2nd Year</b></div><div> $235,000</div></div><br>
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3rd Year</b></div><div> $260,000</div></div><br>
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4th Year</b></div><div> $310,000</div></div><br>
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5th Year</b></div><div> $365,000</div></div><br>
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6th Year</b></div><div> $390,000</div></div><br>
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7th Year</b></div><div> $420,000</div></div><br>
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8th Year</b></div><div> $435,000</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Associate - Corporate - Investment Funds Regulatory

Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton LLP

<div><p>Sheppard, Mullin, Richter &amp; Hampton LLP is seeking a 2&ndash;3 year Labor &amp; Employment or Litigation Associate Attorney to join our Chicago office.</p>
<p>Sheppard Mullin is a global Am Law 100 full-service law firm with over 1,000 attorneys across 16 offices worldwide. The Chicago office currently has nearly 70 attorneys who practice in a variety of areas including Labor &amp; Employment, Business Litigation, Corporate Transactions, Privacy &amp; Cybersecurity, and more.</p>
<p>With more than 150 attorneys in the Labor &amp; Employment group firmwide, Sheppard Mullin has one of the largest and most prestigious practices in the country. Our attorneys advise employers of all sizes&mdash;ranging from Fortune 100 companies to start-ups&mdash;in all aspects of employment and business-to-business disputes and litigation, investigations, advice and counseling, international employment and mobility, corporate diligence, and drafting employment and restrictive covenant agreements. We have considerable expertise in all matters affecting the workplace including restrictive covenants, trade secrets, agreement drafting, discrimination, harassment, retaliation, wrongful termination, employment agreements, wage and hour and mass layoffs. The strength and depth of our practice is rooted in our ability to provide truly full-service labor and employment services.</p>
<p>Our team in Chicago continues to outperform and, as a result, continues to grow. We are currently recruiting for an outstanding associate with 2-3 years of employment, commercial and/or other complex litigation experience, preferably with additional experience with trade secret and restrictive covenant matters (including TROs and preliminary injunctions), and other complex disputes and litigations.</p><p><br>
</p><p>The ideal candidate should excel in the following areas:</p>
<div><ul><li>Stellar writing skills</li></ul>
<ul><li>Efficient and strong researching skills</li></ul>
<ul><li>Knowledge of court filing procedures</li></ul>
<ul><li>Conducting complex fact investigation and analysis</li></ul>
<ul><li>Attention to detail</li></ul>
<ul><li>Ability to prioritize and multi-task various assignments and deadlines</li></ul>
<ul><li>Proactivity
</li></ul></div><p>Opportunities to draft pleadings and briefs, participate in expedited restrictive covenant and trade secret proceedings, support the labor and employment aspects of M&amp;A transactions, communicate with clients, and interview witnesses and draft investigation reports, are all available within our diverse and deep team.</p>
<p>Resume, cover letter, writing sample (an original draft rather than a professor- and/or law partner-edited version) and law school transcript are required to apply. We will not be considering candidates for any remote roles at this time. Candidates must have strong academic background, high grades, strong work ethic and be admitted to and a member in good standing of the Illinois Bar. Federal clerkship experience is a plus.</p><div><br>
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Labor & Employment Litigation Associate (Chicago)

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Latham &amp; Watkins
</b></h2><div><div><div>Latham &amp; Watkins is one of the world&rsquo;s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers globally and offer unmatched expertise and resources to help you grow from an intellectually curious self-starter into an exceptional lawyer. If you aspire to be the best, this is where you belong.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the Practice Group
</b></h2><div><div><div>M&amp;A<br>
Latham&rsquo;s M&amp;A practice has grown into a global powerhouse, meeting the needs of our clients on everything from routine M&amp;A engagements to the most complex and transformational transactions clients ever face.<br>
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Our global reach, deep bench, and vast industry-specific expertise enable us to assemble high-quality teams that efficiently and effectively execute on the business objectives of a diversified client base.<br>
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Our relentless focus on client goals, combined with broad experience doing deals globally, enables us to anticipate and work through potential challenges on any given transaction and to develop effective solutions to these challenges in an ever-changing global environment. We help clients address shareholder activism, plan for and overcome antitrust challenges, and navigate dynamic regulatory regimes to achieve their most ambitious business objectives. We provide clients with the full suite of advisory services including board counselling, capital markets, ESG, executive compensation, leveraged finance, and tax-related advice anywhere in the world.<br>
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Long-standing client relationships reflect our ability to assemble a diverse team of deal makers, industry veterans, former government lawyers, and world-class litigators for any particular matter. We draw on a wealth of experience to deliver pragmatic and commercial advice to support our clients&rsquo; strategic success at every stage of their life cycle.<br>
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Private Equity
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Latham advises the world&rsquo;s leading private equity firms through the full spectrum of transactions from initial investment through to exit. We help our private equity clients and their portfolio companies maximize value time and again, annually steering more than 500 deals representing more than half a trillion US dollars &mdash; including many global and regional &ldquo;deals of the year.&rdquo;<br>
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Drawing on global market-leading experience, we bring together strength in fund formation, private equity finance, M&amp;A, and capital markets to deliver seamless and responsive support to private equity clients at every stage of a fund&rsquo;s lifecycle. Our global platform and work on sophisticated cross-border carve-outs, tax-free spinoffs, and multi-billion-dollar going-private transactions equip us to execute any transaction anywhere in the world. We cut through a thicket of complex global regulatory environments and decode the jargon of the most dynamic industries to help our clients get any deal done.<br>
We have worked with many of our private equity clients for decades, growing together and innovating as a team. Whether industry-focused, growth equity, large cap, or middle market, we work to fully understand each fund&rsquo;s strategy and anticipate the needs of our clients. This experience also affords us a broad view of the market and the trends that we help shape through the breadth of our work.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the Role
</b></h2><div><div><div>The Mergers &amp; Acquisitions practice is seeking highly qualified associates with a minimum of two full years of experience in mergers and acquisitions, specifically company representation and strategic acquisitions, to join our 3rd through 6th year associate class.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Main Contact Details
</b></h2><div><div><div>LateralRecruiting.Corporate@lw.com<br>
Jordan.Wampler@lw.com
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional Information
</b></h2><div><div><div>Investing in the well-being of our lawyers and staff is among the firm&rsquo;s highest priorities. Through our &ldquo;LiveWell Latham&rdquo; program, we offer best-in-class benefits and comprehensive resources designed to support you and your loved ones through all life&rsquo;s moments &mdash; from building a family and taking care of loved ones, to managing your health and saving for the future.<br>
<br>
Latham &amp; Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.<br>
<br>
We periodically provide demographic data to legal publications, bar associations, civic and community organizations, and in some instances, to local, state, and federal government agencies as required by law or contract. So that the firm can provide this information accurately, we request that you consider self-identifying.<br>
<br>
 review your rights under U.S. employment laws. In accordance with Latham &amp; Watkins policies, associates in this role must protect and maintain any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial and/or proprietary information that Latham &amp; Watkins retains either as part of the legal services the Firm provides to clients or for internal purposes.<br>
<br>
Los Angeles: Latham &amp; Watkins LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO).<br>
<br>
San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.<br>
<br>
Massachusetts: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. An employer that violates this law may be subject to fines and/or a private right of action for $500 in statutory damages &ldquo;for each such violation,&rdquo; among other things.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Pay Range
</b></h2><div><div><div><div><b>Associate Base Salary</b></div><div>
Discretionary bonuses may be available depending on application circumstances and position.</div><div></div><div><div><div><b><br>
Year</b></div><div><b> US Payroll</b></div></div><br>
<div><div><b>
1st Year</b></div><div> $225,000</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>
2nd Year</b></div><div> $235,000</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>
3rd Year</b></div><div> $260,000</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>
4th Year</b></div><div> $310,000</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>
5th Year</b></div><div> $365,000</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>
6th Year</b></div><div> $390,000</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>
7th Year</b></div><div> $420,000</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>
8th Year</b></div><div> $435,000</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Associate - Corporate - M&A

Benesch Law

<div><p><b>Who We Are</b></p><p>
At Benesch we pride ourselves on exceeding expectations and building trust not only with our clients but with our employees - Benesch's #1 asset. Committed to providing not only the highest level of legal service to our clients, Benesch also aspires to create a positive work environment for our employees. Our Firm continues to earn placement on Chicago and Cleveland's Top Workplaces list, along with Cleveland's NorthCoast 99 Top Workplaces rankings. We also continue to advance on the AmLaw 150 list, placing us among the top 150 law firms in the country.
</p><p>Benesch is proud to be recognized for being a Firm that attracts and retains top talent - making Benesch a great place to work. We offer a hybrid schedule, career development and growth, transparent and visible leadership teams, and a place where diversity, equity and inclusion is celebrated. In addition, the Firm offers a full array of benefits which can be viewed at www.mybeneschbenefits.com.
</p><p><b>Working with Us - Come and &quot;Be Benesch!&quot;</b></p><p>
We are one of the fastest growing firms in the nation, and have offices in Chicago, Columbus, San Francisco, New York City, and Wilmington. We continue to expand our geographic footprint and value the talent that comprises each of our locations. If you are someone who champions a First in Service approach and are ready to be part of an exciting and growing Firm, we would invite you to apply to join our team.</p><p>
Want to know more? To hear from some of our team, click here: https://www.beneschlaw.com/careers/index.html</p><p>
Benesch is proud to announce the opening for a <b>Audit Attorney </b>in our <b>Chicago </b>office! This position is hybrid and has work from home flexibility.</p><p><b>
Position Summary:</b></p><p>
Do you have corporate experience that includes responding to requests from auditors? Are you looking to utilize your JD in a non-traditional role while still tapping into your corporate legal knowledge? Then you may be interested in our <b>Audit Attorney </b>position. This role is perfect for a licensed attorney who has audit response experience and wants to focus on the administrative tasks and manage the Firm's audit process.
</p><p>The Audit Attorney plays a critical role in the Firm's process in responding to requests from its clients' auditors. This position is responsible for reviewing financial records, legal documents and compliance reports and working with the Firm's attorneys to respond to all audit requests. Utilizing tools such as iManage, InTapp and Excel, the Audit Attorney works to ensure timely and accurate responses to the external auditors of the Firm's clients while maintaining client confidentiality and protecting attorney-client privilege.</p><p><b>
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS</b></p><ul><li>
Review audit requests, determine billing, review timekeepers' records, and gather necessary documents including legal files, corporate records, SEC filings, etc., to complete audits.</li><li>
Communicate with accountants, clients, the Firm's Audit Committee, the Firm's General Counsel's office, billing and/or timekeepers regarding the specifics of an audit response.</li><li>
Use iManage, InTapp, and other Firm software, create Audit Request Forms and notations while working with various departments, legal assistants, paralegals, etc. for information, and monitor responses for corrections and testing.</li><li>
Monitor timekeeper responses, revise content as needed and obtain clarification or additional information as needed.</li><li>
Draft and revise audit letters to comply with the Firm's risk/audit letter policies and procedures.</li><li>
Work with the relationship and/or reviewing attorneys to review drafts and make necessary revisions and finalize and send audit responses.</li><li>
Assist with other matters as requested by the Firm's Corporate and Securities Practice Group.</li></ul><p><b>
QUALIFICATIONS</b></p><p>
The Audit Attorney must have a minimum of 5 years of corporate experience, inclusive of responding to requests from auditors. A J.D. degree from an ABA-accredited law school and an active license in Illinois, New York or Ohio is required. The Audit Attorney must have strong familiarity with the audit process from start to finish and should be proficient in using iManage, InTapp, or similar programs, and MS Office. The Audit Attorney must be skilled at clearly articulating complex legal matters and issues and understanding the underlying principles in responding to clients' requests for information for their auditors. The Audit Attorney should possess a professional demeanor with outstanding interpersonal and client service skills, exceptional organizational and communication skills, and effective task prioritization.</p><p></p><p><br>
The salary range for this position is $107K to $140K.</p><p><i>
Please note that quoted salary ranges are based on Benesch's good faith belief at the time of the job posting and are not a guarantee of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Base pay is only one part of the Total Rewards that Benesch provides to compensate and recognize our staff professionals for their work. Full-time positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package.</i></p><p></p><p><br>
Benesch is an equal opportunity employer. We strongly value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability (where applicant is qualified to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations), medical condition, protected veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
</p><p>Applicants who are interested in applying for a position and require special assistance or an accommodation during the process due to a disability should contact the Benesch Human Resources Department by phone at 216-363-4578 or email at cwatson@beneschlaw.com.</p></div>

Audit Attorney

Corporate Legal Assistant

Arnold and Kadjan, LLP

<p>Arnold and Kadjan, LLP is a boutique law practice representing Unions and their Benefit Funds. The firm is seeking an associate attorney with 0-3 years experience. Excellent benefits package.</p><p>Please submit a resume to Grant Piechocinski at gp@aandklaw.com</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Associate Attorney

Ruberry Stalmack & Garvey, LLC

<p><b>Associate Attorney &ndash; Litigation (3+ Years Experience)</b></p><p>Ruberry Stalmack &amp; Garvey, LLC (RSG) is a mid-size commercial litigation firm servicing high-net-worth individuals and large corporations on a wide variety of matters across the country. RSG is seeking a motivated Litigation Associate with <b>3+ years of experience</b> to join our growing insurance defense team in the Chicago Loop, while assisting on commercial matters, when needed.</p><p>Candidates should have strong research and writing abilities, experience drafting briefs and managing discovery, and experience handling court calls. Candidates should have the ability to work independently on matters, and the ability to work in a team atmosphere on the more complex matters. Insurance defense experience is a plus. Trial and deposition experience are a plus. Additional state licenses are a plus. Ability and willingness to travel out-of-state is a plus.</p><p>We offer competitive compensation commensurate with experience, along with full benefits (health, dental, vision, life, 401(k), flexible spending plans), and access to premium building amenities including a fitness center, yoga studio, and bike room. We are located at 300 S. Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois 60606, in close proximity to several Metra stations and the Quincy &ldquo;L&rdquo; stop.</p><p><b>Apply:</b> Send your resume, writing sample, and a short cover letter with salary expectations to <b>hiring.manager@ruberry-law.com</b>.</p><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $90,000.00 - $135,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Flexible spending account</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Retirement plan</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Associate Attorney - Litigation (3+ Years Experience)

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