About this role
Overview
A medium-sized New York corporate law practice (approximately 45 attorneys) is conducting a confidential search for a Corporate Generalist Associate / Outside Counsel to join its on-site team in Garden City. This role is designed for a mid-level associate with a corporate generalist skillset who can serve as trusted outside counsel to closely held and growing businesses, particularly organizations with approximately $5–$20 million in annual revenue. The firm also keeps an office in Manhattan, candidates are welcome to commute to the office most convenient for them.
The targeted start date is November 16, 2026; the team is also open to an immediate start.
Responsibilities
Serve as outside counsel to business clients, advising on a wide range of day-to-day corporate and commercial matters.
Draft, review, negotiate, and manage general commercial contracts.
Provide practical, business-oriented legal guidance addressing varied organizational needs.
Support transactional matters as needed, including joint ventures, mergers and acquisitions, and venture capital transactions.
Assist with employment-related policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (J.D.) and active New York bar admission (required).
5–8 years of relevant corporate law experience.
Demonstrated strength in general commercial contracts (required).
Proven outside counsel experience advising organizations with approximately $5–$20 million in annual revenue (required).
Experience with one or more of the following is preferred: joint ventures, M&A, venture capital transactions, and employment policies & procedures.
Work Arrangement & Location
On-site position based in Garden City, New York or Manhattan, New York.
Compensation
Base salary: $180,000–$225,000.
Bonus: eligible for additional bonus compensation.
Growth Opportunity
Opportunity for a fast track to partner.
Interview Process
Initial screen with the recruiter.
Interview with the hiring partner.
Additional interview rounds with other partners may be required.