Corporate Associate Attorney
3–5 Years of M&A & Business Transactions Experience | Greater Seattle Area
A respected and growing business law practice is seeking a Corporate Associate Attorney with 3–5 years of experience to join its expanding transactional team in the Greater Seattle area.
This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated middle-market transactions and serve a diverse client base ranging from closely held businesses and entrepreneurs to established regional companies. Attorneys in this practice receive meaningful responsibility, direct client interaction, and exposure to a broad range of corporate matters in a collaborative and team-oriented environment.
The ideal candidate will have a strong foundation in mergers and acquisitions, general corporate counseling, and transactional drafting, along with the ability to manage multiple matters efficiently while maintaining a high level of client service.
Key Responsibilities
• Support and manage mergers, acquisitions, restructurings, and other business transactions
• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, operating agreements, shareholder agreements, and commercial contracts
• Conduct due diligence reviews and assist with transaction coordination and closings
• Advise businesses on corporate governance, entity formation, and operational matters
• Collaborate directly with clients, advisors, and senior attorneys throughout the transaction lifecycle
• Assist with ongoing client counseling and strategic business matters
Qualifications
• 3–5 years of corporate transactional experience in a law firm environment
• Experience handling M&A transactions and related corporate matters
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced practice
• Washington bar admission or ability to obtain admission
Why Attorneys Are Drawn to This Opportunity
• Sophisticated and consistent transactional workflow
• Meaningful client contact and hands-on deal experience
• Collaborative environment with strong mentorship and support
• Long-term growth potential and advancement opportunities
• Competitive compensation and bonus structure
• Hybrid flexibility and strong work-life integration
• Professional, team-oriented culture focused on development and retention
Confidential inquiries are welcome.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
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