Since 1933, Stark & Stark has developed innovative legal solutions to meet our clients’ needs. More than 100 attorneys, over 30 practice areas, and a philosophy of putting the law to work for our clients is the basis from which we build and maintain our practice. At Stark & Stark we believe the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.
Stark & Stark is seeking an Attorney in its business and transactions practice group to support mergers & acquisitions, entity formation and governance, and related work. The ideal candidate is self-directed and detailed-oriented with the ability to organize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks and projects at hand. The right candidate will have the extraordinary opportunity to continue their professional development in a challenging, but collegial, environment.
 
Responsibilities
The candidate will act as the primary lead on purchase and sale transactions, and be responsible for managing assigned matters from inception through closing,  including drafting and negotiating primary and ancillary documents for M&A, financing, joint venture and similar transactions, as well as documentation of entity formation and equity sharing arrangements. The candidate will also supervise junior attorneys and paralegals, correspond and communicate with clients’ business and legal personnel, and coordinate with attorneys across other practice disciplines.
Qualifications

Strong interpersonal, drafting, negotiation, written and verbal communication skills
Excellent organizational skills with high level of attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent drafting skills
Should be a strong analytical thinker with a business mind
Strong academic record
Ability to independently manage and supervise due diligence processes
Demonstrated ability to work as part of a team and to interact directly with clients

8+ years of relevant experience with emphasis on middle market purchase, sale, and other combination transactions (experience in the Investment Advisory industry is a plus)
Large firm experience with corporate transactions and M&A preferred

Licensed to practice in the State of New Jersey

 
Stark & Stark is an Equal Opportunity Employer.