Corporate Associate - El Segundo

Job Description

Associate Attorney – Corporate & Tax

Location: Pasadena, CA or El Segundo, CA

Direct Counsel is representing a well-established law firm seeking an experienced Corporate & Tax Associate Attorney to join its dynamic team. This firm offers an aggressive pay structure with flexible billable hour expectations and an excellent opportunity for career growth.Position Overview:

The firm is conducting a passive search for a highly skilled attorney with 4+ years of corporate law experience to support and lead business transactions. The ideal candidate will have experience handling:

Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)

Business transactions (sales, purchase agreements, etc.)

Partnership, ownership, and equity agreements

This role involves working closely with the Corporate & Tax Team, led by the Firm’s Managing Partner, and leading matters originated by the team. The firm seeks an attorney capable of billing 1,800+ hours per year while maintaining a flexible and sustainable workload.Key Requirements:

4+ years of corporate law experience

Strong background in business transactions, M&A, and partnership/equity agreements

Ability to take ownership of matters and lead transactions

Licensed to practice law in CaliforniaWhy Join?

Competitive aggressive pay structure

Flexible billable hour expectations

Collaborative environment with direct mentorship from the Firm’s Managing Partner

Opportunity to work in either Pasadena, CA or El Segundo, CA

Full-time