Associate Attorney - Business & Corporate Law

Are you a high-performing corporate attorney with a passion for M&A and business transactions? Do you thrive in fast-paced, deal-driven environments where urgency meets precision? 

If you answered “yes” to those two questions, keep reading.

Seck & Associates is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney with a strong background in corporate law, including substantial experience with mergers & acquisitions to join our growing firm. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work closely with seasoned attorneys, engage in sophisticated transactions, and build a rewarding legal career in a dynamic environment.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

💲 SALARY: $125,000 (OTE: $181,000 )

💰 BONUSES: Generous Bonus Plan

☀️ UNLIMITED VACATION TIME: Work hard, play hard! We encourage you to take time to recharge so you can be your best here at work

📈 INVESTMENTS: 401(k) with an immediate match

🦷 COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance

👶 PARENTAL LEAVE: Maternity and paternity leave

💡 EDUCATION & GROWTH: Learning budget for continuing education & bar dues

💻 FLEXIBLE WORK STYLE: WFH or come into the office; the choice is yours

🌴 FUN - Company activities & outings

💼 CAREER ADVANCEMENT: Pathway to Senior Corporate Attorney and eventual Partnership

Key Responsibilities

• Independently (with guidance when needed) facilitate the structuring, negotiation, and execution of M&A transactions, including due diligence, drafting purchase agreements, and coordinating closing processes.
• Provide legal counsel to business clients on corporate governance, contract negotiation, entity formation, and regulatory compliance.
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda, agreements, and other corporate documents.
• Work directly with senior attorneys and clients, gaining hands-on experience and professional development opportunities.

Requirements & Qualifications

• 3 years of experience at a mid to large-sized law firm
• Licensed in KS and/or MO (both preferred) or willing to become licensed in KS and/or MO
• At least 2 years of experience managing middle-market M&A deals of $15 million
• Strong attention to detail without losing urgency – ensuring deals move forward efficiently and accurately
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• A proactive mindset with a commitment to providing high-quality legal services

Seck & Associates is a well-established business and corporate law firm in Overland Park, Kansas, with 21 years of excellence serving our clients. We specialize in business sales and acquisitions, entrepreneurial law, strategy and business counseling, financing, franchise development, private equity and finance, exit and succession strategies, commercial transactions, intellectual property, technology licensing, securities, and M&A. Our firm is experiencing rapid growth, and we are on track to double in size over the next year. 

At Seck & Associates, we don’t just facilitate deals – we make them happen and turn them into big wins for our clients. If you’re looking for a firm where you can grow, thrive, and make an impact, we’d love to meet you!

Seck & Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis, regardless of race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.