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Corporate Attorney, Business Transactions

Job in Fairfield, Essex County, New Jersey, 07004, USA
Listing for: Aprio
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-08
Job specializations:
  • Law/Legal
    Business Law
  • Business
    Business Law
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 150000 - 175000 USD Yearly USD 150000.00 175000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Overview

Work with a nationally ranked CPA and advisory firm that is passionate for what's next. Aprio has 30 U.S. office locations, one in the Philippines and more than 2,100 team members that speak 60+ languages across the globe. By bringing together proven expertise, deep understanding, and strategic foresight for fast-growing industries, Aprio ensures clients are prepared for wherever life or business may take them.

Discover a top-rated culture, vast growth opportunities and your next big career move with Aprio.

Join Aprio's Legal team and you will help clients maximize their opportunities. Aprio is a progressive, fast-growing firm looking for a Corporate Attorney to join their dynamic team.

We are seeking a highly skilled Corporate Attorney with a minimum of five (5) years of experience in business transactions. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in assisting clients with forming business entities, advising on corporate structures and restructuring, drafting corporate governance documents, drafting other transactional documents including partnership agreements, operating agreements, shareholder agreements, and providing legal counsel on M&A related matters.

Responsibilities

Transactional Matters:

  • Advise clients on structuring, negotiating, and executing a wide range of business transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and reorganizations.
  • Conduct legal due diligence, risk assessment, and manage all aspects of transactional deals from inception through closing.

Entity Formation & Governance:

  • Form and organize various business entities (LLCs, corporations, partnerships) and draft foundational documents such as operating agreements, bylaws, and shareholder agreements.
  • Prepare board resolutions, maintain corporate records, and advise directors and officers on fiduciary duties and governance best practices.

Mergers & Acquisitions:

  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, confidentiality agreements, and acquisition agreements.
  • Coordinate legal processes for M&A transactions, including obtaining necessary approvals and ensuring compliance with antitrust, securities, and corporate governance laws.

General Counsel:

  • Provide ongoing legal advice on regulatory compliance, risk management, and business strategy.
  • Supervise outside counsel as needed and collaborate with internal teams to support business operations.
Qualifications
  • Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school; active bar membership in good standing.
  • Active license and in good standing to practice law in the United States.
  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in corporate transactional law, with direct involvement in entity formation, governance, and M&A.
  • Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills; attention to detail is essential.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage complex transactions and work collaboratively with clients, colleagues, and external advisors.
  • Experience advising public and private companies, boards of directors, and financial sponsors is preferred.
Preferred Skills
  • Familiarity with securities law, regulatory filings, and compliance matters.
  • Ability to lead closings and handle diligence for deals.
  • Experience coordinating with other professional advisors including tax specialists, valuation experts, and accounting professionals.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Business acumen and strategic thinking.
Compensation

$150,000 - $175,000 a year

The salary range for this opportunity is stated above. As such, an actual salary may fall closer to one or the other end of the range, and in certain circumstances, may wind up being outside of the listed salary range.

Application Timeline

The application window is anticipated to close on April 6, 2026 and may be extended as needed.

Why work for Aprio

Whether you are just starting out, looking to advance into management or searching for your next leadership role, Aprio offers an opportunity to grow with a future-focused, innovative firm.

Perks/Benefits we offer for full-time team members:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
  • Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
  • 401k with Profit Sharing
  • 9+ holidays and…
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