Job of the Week

Job of the Week: Big Corporate Comeback in the ATL

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Atlanta has recently re-emerged as one of the top markets for corporate associates. Today’s Job of the Week is for Biglaw-trained corporate associates who are looking to relocate to the Capital of the South. Lateral Link has many great opportunities for corporate associates who have experience in M&A, private equity/venture capital, and general corporate transaction law and securities.

Position: Corporate Associate

Location: Atlanta, Georgia

Description: Many of Atlanta’s top firms are looking to hire corporate associates with anywhere from 2-5 years of experience in corporate law, including M&A, private equity/venture capital, and securities. Ideal candidates will have experience at top firms and have an excellent academic record. The Georgia Bar is not required.

This opportunity is brought to you by Lateral Link’s Southeast Managing Director, Scott Hodes. Scott oversees attorney placements and client services in Atlanta, Florida, Charlotte, and other legal markets in the Southeast. To work with Scott and to apply to this opportunity or other opportunities in Atlanta or the Southeast, please register at Lateral Link and select him as your preferred recruiter. You can also reach out to him directly via email at shodes@laterallink.com. If you already are a Lateral Link member, see position #12141, or contact your recruiter for more details about this and other corporate opportunities.

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Job of the Week: Blast Off Into Capital Markets

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Lateral Link is working with an international law firm with offices across the United States, in Europe as well as the Middle East, on an excellent opportunity in one of their Lone Star State locations. Associates with capital markets experience, read on…

Position: Capital Markets Associate

Description: A top international firm seeks multiple capital markets Mid-Level to Senior Associates to join its Houston office. A solid background representing public companies, investors and underwriters in capital markets transactions and other registered and unregistered offerings of debt and equity securities, merger and acquisitions, and corporate and financing transactions is expected. Top academic credentials are required.

Location: Houston, Texas

This opportunity is brought to you by Lateral Link Director Gary Cohen, a recruiter covering Texas. To apply for this opportunity, please register at Lateral Link. You can also reach out to Gary directly via email at gcohen@laterallink.com. If you are a Lateral Link member already, see position #11959.

Job of the Week: IP Lit Demand Grows In Mile-High City

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Lateral Link opened its Denver office this week, which will be headed by Director Don Delaney. Don will oversee attorney placements in Colorado and the other Mountain States. The gold rush may be over, but this week’s golden opportunity is based in the Wall Street of the West.

Position: IP Litigation Associate

Description: An Am Law 100 firm has an opening for an IP associate to join its Denver office. Qualified candidates should have three years of IP litigation law firm experience. Those with an Electrical Engineering or Computer Science degree are strongly preferred.

Location: Denver, Colorado

This opportunity is brought to you by Lateral Link Director Don Delaney, a recruiter covering Colorado. To apply for this opportunity, please register at Lateral Link. You can also reach out to Don directly via email at ddelaney@laterallink.com. If you are a Lateral Link member already, see position #12009.

Job of the Week: Chi-Town Patent Demand Continues to Rise

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Few cities in the world are able to produce an eclectic mix of entertainment, cuisine, entertainment, and character, but Chicago manages to do just that. The metro area’s population ranks third in the United States. Whether you live in the city or in the suburbs, you’ll find there is plenty to do, regardless of your personal interests. Second City, like many other legal markets, has a strong and growing demand for IP patent attorneys, both prosecution and litigation, and this opportunity from Lateral Link may be one that you never have thought you’d set your eyes upon.

Position: Patent/IP Litigation Associate

Description: A global firm with a top-notch IP practice seeks a junior- to mid-level patent/IP litigation associate for its Chicago office. A minimum of 2-4 years of experience in either patent/IP litigation or general complex litigation is needed. This position is open to all attorneys interested in relocating from other legal markets, but a degree in electrical engineering is required.

Location: Chicago, Illinois

This opportunity is brought to you by Lateral Link Director Lisa Forbes, a recruiter overseeing the Chicago area. To apply for this opportunity, please register at Lateral Link. You can also reach out to Lisa directly via email at lforbes@laterallink.com. If you are a Lateral Link member already, see position #11626.

Job of the Week: Head South For Corporate Growth

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Winter is over, but it is never too late to head South. And while winter will be back next year, this great opportunity from Lateral Link may not. Today’s Job of the Week is based in Raleigh. The city and the Research Triangle are home to progressive, prosperous communities with tremendous quality of life. The area boasts a thriving business community and active arts population, and has consistently been ranked among The Best Places to Love and Work in the Nation, the Best Business Climate, and the Best Place in the U.S. for Educational Opportunities.

Position: Corporate Associate (Securities)

Description: One of Raleigh’s top firms is seeking a fifth or sixth year corporate attorney with significant public securities experience. This role would involve significant client contact and responsibility. The Raleigh area is home to some of the world’s largest corporations, as well as promising start-ups. And the best part is… this firm actually promotes associates to partnership, even when the economy is slow.

Location: Raleigh, North Carolina

This opportunity is brought to you by Lateral Link Principal Jordan Abshire, a recruiter overseeing the Southeast region. To apply for this opportunity, please register at Lateral Link. You can also reach out to Jordan directly via email at jabshire@laterallink.com. If you are a Lateral Link member already, see position #11474.

Job of the Week: Global Project Management Company Seeks Top Counsel

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Lateral Link has an appealing opportunity for a global project management company. The engaging company provides sustainable, value-oriented solutions to government and commercial clients in the construction management, environmental services, munitions response, and telecommunications and technology integration market areas. The company’s commitment to quality, safety, and best value ensures the highest returns for their clients, shareholders, and employees.

Position: General Counsel

Description: The General Counsel will be a key member of the Senior Management Team, responsible for overseeing all legal functions for this global public company, establishing the overall philosophy and strategy of the organization on legal matters, and ensuring that all practices, policies, and business activities of the organization comply with the law.

Location: Northern Virginia

This opportunity is brought to you by Lateral Link Director of In-House practice Diana Rubin, a recruiter based in Washington, D.C. focusing on placing General Counsels, senior in-house counsel, and compliance officers with corporations, nonprofits, and universities. To apply for this opportunity, please register at Lateral Link. You can also reach out to Diana directly via email at drubin@laterallink.com. If you are a Lateral Link member already, see position #11673.

Job of the Week: It’s Up to You, New York, New York

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There’s no business like show business, and this prestigious law firm is looking to add two stellar litigators to their entertainment practice.

Position: Entertainment Litigation Associate

Location: New York

Description: This firm is looking for two litigation associates, one junior and one mid/senior. Candidates should have exposure to copyright and trademark. Absolutely stellar academics are mandatory.

This opportunity is brought to you by Lateral Link Managing Director Ryan Belville, a recruiter covering New York and Los Angeles. To apply for this opportunity, please register at Lateral Link. You can also reach out to Ryan directly via email at rbelville@laterallink.com. If you are a Lateral Link member already, see position #11732. Members may contact their personal search consultant for this or other opportunities in the New York.

Job of the Week: Big Deals in the Big D

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Lateral Link has a top-notch opportunity for one of the largest and oldest law firms in Texas. Self-starting individuals who enjoy working with a diverse group of people and wish to become partner would do well in this Corporate practice.

Position: Corporate Associate

Description: A Corporate Associate with M&A, corporate finance, and general experience is sought. Securities experience is a plus, but not necessary. Candidates should have 2-3 years’ experience at a comparable law firm, as well as be a self-starter willing to take on responsibility on diverse transactions.

Location: Dallas, Texas

This opportunity is brought to you by Lateral Link Director Mardy Sackley, a recruiter covering Dallas, Houston, Austin and San Antonio. To apply for this opportunity, please register at Lateral Link. You can also reach out to Mardy directly via email at msackley@laterallink.com. If you are a Lateral Link member already, see position #11690.

Job of the Week: Rain City Seeks Internet-Minded Infrastructure Leader

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Lateral Link has an excellent opportunity for one of the most well-known global and innovative companies in business today. Combining the picturesque backdrop of the Pacific Northwest with the chance to work on projects that impact the unique lines of business, this week’s Job of the Week should interest the outdoor-loving, exploration-minded, IT-savvy lawyer.

Position: Corporate Counsel, Infrastructure

Description: As Corporate Counsel, IT Infrastructure, you will serve as the primary attorney to several key IT infrastructure business teams and partner with them to acquire and implement technology assets to support all company businesses worldwide: cloud computing, retail, digital media, web developer services, and on-demand publishing of books and movies. The role also provides day-to-day business and intellectual property law counseling; identifies opportunities for and implements process improvements; administers and resolves legal issues that arise in existing commercial relationships; and handles pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries. Candidates should have three or more years of legal experience (with at least two years at a law firm) as a tech transactional attorney; in-house experience in a technology or internet company is a plus.

Location: Seattle, Washington

This opportunity is brought to you by Lateral Link Director Carolyn Brenner, a recruiter covering California. To apply for this opportunity, please register at Lateral Link. You can also reach out to Carolyn directly via email at cbrenner@laterallink.com. If you are a Lateral Link member already, see position #11621.

Job of the Week: Go In-House for Sin City’s Premier Entertainment Organization

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Did you know Lateral Link’s Lateral Listings program allows companies the opportunity to post top in-house jobs to their network of attorney members? This week, they have an excellent position for the world’s most diversified provider of branded casino entertainment. Qualified candidates can self-submit through their Lateral Listings service.

Position: Associate Chief Counsel, Transactional

Description: Caesars Entertainment Corporation, the world’s largest and most diverse entertainment casino company, has an opening for an Associate Chief Counsel, Transactional. The person who fills this position will manage the day-to-day transactions; provide legal advice and guidance to corporate and property management; and lead day-to-day SEC filings and other corporate governance matters. Top candidates should have 5-10 years of experience as a corporate transactions generalist, with experience as lead attorney on sophisticated M&A transactions, joint venture formations, business development transactions, and financing transactions. Hospitality industry experience not required. Strong drafting and negotiating skills are required.

Location: Las Vegas, NV

This opportunity is brought to you by Lateral Link Director Scott Hodes, a recruiter covering the Southeast region, which includes Florida, Atlanta and Charlotte. Applicants can apply for this position directly through our Lateral Listings service, but must register at Lateral Link. You can also reach out to Scott directly via email at shodes@laterallink.com. If you are a Lateral Link member already, see position #11553.

Job of the Week: Texas Heats Up for In-House Patent Prosecution

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The team at Lateral Link has an exciting opportunity for one of the world’s leading intellectual property companies. With licensing of patented semiconductor and wireless/wireline communications IP at this company’s core, they have seen immense growth. This growth has led to a need for top notch individuals to join their diverse technology group.

Position: Patent Attorney

Description: The Texas based company seeks to hire two patent attorneys to prosecute their growing patent portfolio. Candidates sought must have between 2-5 years of patent prosecution experience, as well as a background in electrical engineering with experience in either the telecommunications or semi-conductor industry.

Location: Dallas/Fort Worth, TX

This opportunity is brought to you by Lateral Link Director Sara Gail, a recruiter covering Dallas, Austin, Houston, and San Antonio. To apply for this opportunity, please register at Lateral Link. You can also reach out to Sara directly via email at sgail@laterallink.com. If you are a Lateral Link member already, see position #11551.

Job of the Week: Growing Digital Rights Company Seeks Legal Tech Guru

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The team at Lateral Link has an interesting opportunity for individuals looking for an in-house position with a growing tech company. If you’re interested in joining a top tech company to utilize the skills you’ve gained thus far, check out the position below.

Position: Corporate Counsel

Description: This Silicon Valley-based Technology Company is seeking to hire a Corporate Counsel with 4+ years of large firm experience. The candidate will report directly to the Senior Vice President & General Counsel and be responsible for negotiating and drafting various technology agreements; conducting due diligence for acquisitions; counseling business units regarding regulations and legal compliance matters; researching issues and drafting transactional documents where precedents may not exist; and managing outside counsel for specific transactions or company related matters as required by the General Counsel.

Location: Silicon Valley, California

This opportunity is brought to you by Lateral Link Director Brandi Barnes, a recruiter covering California. To apply for this opportunity, please register at Lateral Link. You can also reach out to Brandi directly via email at bbarnes@laterallink.com. If you are a Lateral Link member already, see position #8627.