Associate Attorney--Business Practice Group

• Job Overview*

LightStone Law is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney with 1-5 years of experience to join our Business Practice Group. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an early-career attorney to develop sophisticated transactional skills while working directly with experienced attorneys and a diverse client base.
The ideal candidate is intellectually curious, detail-oriented, and committed to delivering exceptional client service. This attorney will have meaningful client interaction, increasing responsibility, and opportunities for professional growth.

• Responsibilities*
• Draft, review and negotiate a variety of business and commercial agreements
• Assist clients with business formation, governance, restructuring and dissolution matters
• Support mergers, acquisitions, asset purchases, and other business transactions
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on corporate, commercial, and regulatory issues
• Assist with entity maintenance, corporate governance, and compliance matters
• Participate in due diligence for business transactions
• Advise clients on day-to-day legal issues affecting closely held businesses and entrepreneurs
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, accountants, lenders, and other professionals
• Contribute to business development initiatives and maintain strong client relationships
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups to provide comprehensive legal solutions
• Qualifications*
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Admission to the Michigan Bar
• 1-5 years of experience in business, corporate, commercial, or transactional law
• Strong legal research, writing and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrate initiative, sound judgement, and a collaborative mindset
• Preferred Qualifications*
• Experience drafting and negotiating contracts
• Exposure to corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, commercial finance, or real estate transactions
• Experience working with closely held businesses, entrepreneurs, or family-owned companies
• Interest in developing client relationships and contributing to firm growth

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.