What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate / Capital Markets Attorney position at Ascension Global Staffing & Executive Search?
Our client, a global law firm, has an exciting full-time employment opportunity for a Senior Attorney in the Corporate Practice in their Fort Lauderdale office. They offer competitive compensation and an excellent benefits package. Our client is consistently among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100; the Attorney will have the opportunity to work with clients, large and small, from variety of industries across the country.
This position is ideal for Florida-admitted lawyers with 5 to 10 years of experience in capital markets transactions. Our client’s Corporate Practice offers an exciting opportunity to work with clients across various industries, providing counsel on complex domestic and cross-border matters. The corporate practice group is dedicated to fostering professional development, and we are open to considering candidates outside of Florida.
What your day may look like:
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Counsel clients on both domestic and cross-border capital markets transactions.
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Draft and review securities offerings, including Rule 144A offerings, S-1/S-3, and S-4 registration statements related to securities offerings and business combinations.
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Interact with the SEC and other regulatory bodies to ensure compliance with securities laws.
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Advise public companies on ongoing reporting requirements under the ’34 Act, including 10-Ks, 10-Qs, 8-Ks, proxy statements, and filings under Sections 13 and 16.
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Provide guidance on corporate governance matters for public companies.
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Collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver high-quality legal services.
Qualifications:
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JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
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5 to 10 years of experience in corporate law, particularly in capital markets.
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Florida Bar admission is required; admission to other states is a plus.
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Strong academic credentials and excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
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Proven experience in advising clients on securities offerings, public company reporting, and corporate governance.
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Ability to manage complex transactions and interact directly with clients.
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Exceptional attention to detail and proactive approach to problem-solving.
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Strong organizational and time management abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience with public and private securities offerings, proxy statements, and SEC filings.
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Familiarity with complex M&A transactions is a plus and due diligence processes.
