Business Attorney (Chicago)
von Briesen & Roper, s.c., is seeking an Attorney to join our growing Business and Corporate team in our Chicago office. The Attorney will handle transactional matters including mergers, acquisitions, contracts, and other general business matters. This role offers the opportunity to lead sophisticated transactions, manage key client relationships, and mentor attorneys.
The primary responsibilities for this role include:
- Leading and managing mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other complex business transactions.
- Advising clients on corporate governance, entity formation, business structuring, shareholder matters, and strategic business initiatives.
- Drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and overseeing transaction documents, including purchase agreements, operating agreements, financing documents, and ancillary transaction agreements and contracts.
- Counseling clients on risk assessment, transaction strategy, and legal compliance issues.
- Mentoring associates and junior attorneys, fostering professional development and high-quality client service.
hr@vonbriesen.com
Qualified candidates will have seven or more years of experience in corporate law and M&A matters. This position requires a deep understanding of corporate governance, business entities, commercial contracts, and transaction structures, as well as strong drafting, negotiation, analytical and problem solving skills.
The ideal candidate will exhibit strong writing, oral communication and analytical skills, and a passion for client service. They must be willing to collaborate with a team and work with internal and external clients, attorneys, and staff.
A significant portable book of business is required, with a demonstrated ability to generate and maintain client relationships.
The target hiring range for this position is $230,000 - $450,000 with additional year-end compensation at the company’s discretion. Please note that quoted salary ranges are not guarantees of what final salary offers may be. Base pay is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience and geographic location.
von Briesen is one of Wisconsin’s leading law firms, recognized as a “Best Places to Work”, a “Top Workplace” and an established leader in expertise, service, and technology. Our firm and its people are committed to providing unparalleled service to our clients and to being among the best in the areas in which we practice. We offer a professional and friendly work environment and a competitive compensation and benefits package. We encourage you to learn more about us at www.vonbriesen.com. Qualified candidates may submit resume and salary requirements to:
Human Resources
von Briesen & Roper, s.c.
411 East Wisconsin Avenue, Suite 1000
Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53202
hr@vonbriesen.com
Equal Opportunity Employer
- Business and Corporate Law
- Mergers and Acquisitions
- Chicago
