The Insurance Regulatory and Transactional practice of the Corporate Group of Locke Lord is seeking an attorney in the New York office with 4-7 years (2017 - 2020) of Insurance Regulatory and Transactional experience. The attorney will work with partners in multiple offices on a wide range of insurance regulatory matters across all lines of insurance and will work closely with insurance companies, brokers, agents, and tech companies from around the world. The position will also involve assisting on M&A, private equity transactions related to the insurance industry. Candidates with specific expertise in insurance regulatory matters at law firms, insurance companies, insurance agencies, industry groups and governmental agencies will be considered. Experience in strategic transactions including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures and investments, as well as general corporate and corporate governance experience is also preferred but not required.
Essential Functions:
Provide effective and reliable legal services to clients and supervising attorneys
Research insurance laws, regulations and case law and provide detailed guidance and analysis to partners and clients
Draft memoranda on discrete legal issues
Draft transaction agreements and documents with efficiency and clarity
Manage transaction closings and processes
Provide thorough factual and legal research and analysis
Competently and professionally communicate with clients and supervising attorneys
Complete tasks efficiently
The expected base salary range for New York based candidates in this position is $270,000 - $340,000. Actual base salary will be determined by several components including but not limited to the individual's class year, years of experience, skills, qualifications, office location and anticipated annual billable hour targets (1850 hours annually versus 1950 annually).
Education and Experience:
Juris Doctor. Qualified candidates must be and remain licensed to practice law and in good standing in New York
Creativity and flexibility to handle numerous types and structures of transactions
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing
Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet deadlines
Strong organization and matter management skills
Ability to work professionally and effectively with Clients, Partners, Associate and Support Staff
Ability to work effectively with others as part of a team
Exceptional project management skills
Excellent academic credentials
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