Insurance Regulatory & Transactional Associate at Locke Lord in New York, New York

Job Description:

The Insurance Regulatory and Transactional practice of the Corporate Group of Locke Lord is seeking an associate in the New York office with 2-6 years (2016 - 2020) of Insurance Regulatory and Transactional experience. The associate 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 $220,000 - $310,000. 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
  
  

At Locke Lord, diversity and inclusion is one of the Firm's five core values and an integral part of its strategic plan. Locke Lord understands that fostering an inclusive environment results in better decision-making, better outcomes for our clients and a firm where our attorneys and team members can be successful and thrive. Locke Lord is an equal opportunity employer. Apply Now