Location: Boston, MA (hybrid)

About the Role

Our client seeks a seasoned Corporate & Business Law Partner to lead complex transactions, deepen client relationships, and help scale a high-performing practice. The ideal partner combines exceptional deal execution with strategic business development, team leadership, and a client-first mindset.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Transactions: Originate, negotiate, and close M&A (buy- and sell-side), minority/majority investments, joint ventures, corporate reorganizations, and strategic alliances.
• General Corporate Counsel: Serve as outside GC to growth and middle-market clients on governance, fiduciary duties, shareholder matters, commercial contracts, and risk management.
• Client Development: Build and manage a personal book; expand existing accounts; craft go-tomarket initiatives with marketing and BD teams.
• Practice Leadership: Mentor and supervise associates; promote knowledge management, process improvement, and training; contribute to partner-level planning and lateral integration.
• Quality & Risk: Ensure matter budgets, staffing, and timelines are aligned; maintain best-in-class work product and compliance with firm risk protocols.
• Community & Brand: Publish, present, and participate in targeted industry groups to elevate the firm’s profile.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school; strong academic record.
• Active bar membership in MA; eligibility to waive in or sit for reciprocity if needed.
• 8+ years of sophisticated corporate/business law experience at an AmLaw, leading regional, or highly regarded boutique firm.
• Demonstrated originations and client retention; portable book of approximately $750k+ (flexible for compelling candidates).
• Proven first-chair responsibility running deal teams and negotiating principal agreements.
• Comfortable coordinating multi-disciplinary and cross-border matters.
• Excellent communication, team leadership, and business acumen.

Core Competencies

• Client Leadership: Anticipates issues; delivers practical, business-forward advice.
• Deal Management: Drives to closing while managing risk, cost, and timeline.
• Business Development: Strategic planning, pipeline discipline, and cross-selling.
• Team Building: Coaches associates; promotes inclusion, feedback, and growth.
• Operational Excellence: Budgeting, scoping, and process improvement mindset.