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Summary Description: Armstrong Teasdale LLP is seeking an attorney (5+ years’ experience) with corporate and acquisitions expertise to join its Corporate Services Group (CSG).This role can be based in our St. Louis or Kansas City office. Essential Functions: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work will involve acquisitions, divestitures, private equity-sponsored transactions, joint ventures, strategic investments, capital raises and private placement transactions, and other corporate transactions as well as commercial contracts and corporate governanceSimultaneously handles the high-level and strategic aspects of multiple legal matters at different stages of progression, from inception to conclusionPossesses strong attention to detail and good interpersonal skills for communicating with attorneys and clientsDemonstrates an ability to work independently and productively and shows a strong interest in advancing a career in CSGProduces quality legal work and bills the required amounts of hours to ensure excellent client serviceManages business and generates business through group and individual effortsComplies with the very highest ethical standards of the legal professionCompetencies:Decision Making – actively makes decisions on client matters with little supervisionCommunication - strong, professional communication, both written and oral to both internal and external clientsLeadership - actively delegates assignmentsContinuous Learning - actively embraces learning new skills and mastering new technology and sharing with othersTeamwork – works as diligent member of client teams and begins to lead teams in mattersAlignment to Values - Influences the awareness and adoption of the Firm's values on a larger scale; influences the awareness and adoption of diversity and inclusion; demonstrates respect by providing solutions and support Required Education: Juris DoctorPreferred Education: N/ALicenses and/or Certifications: Licensed to practice law and in good standing in one or more jurisdictions where the Firm conducts business; must maintain applicable license renewal and CLE requirementsPreferred Experience: 5+ years’ relevant experience in M&A and other transactional work; substantial experience in drafting and reviewing sophisticated corporate documents.Supervisory Responsibilities: Indirect - actively utilizes support staff or junior associates to ensure client satisfactionPhysical Activity: The employee will be required to sit (or utilize a standing desk) for prolonged periods and work on a computerTravel Required: N/AOther Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. EEO Statement: Armstrong Teasdale is an equal opportunity employer and will make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status or other protected status, in accordance with federal, state and local laws. At Armstrong Teasdale, we define diversity and inclusion broadly and focus on helping professionals of all races, religions, national origins, gender identities, ethnicities, sexual orientations and physical abilities feel a sense of belonging. Diversity and inclusion are core values of the firm, and we recognize the richness they bring to our workplace.