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Seeking bright, ambitious attorneys and staff to join one of Boston's most exciting and successful mid-size law firms. Built on the key concepts of collaboration and respect, Conn Kavanaugh has a reputation for its excellent legal services and congenial working environment. Enjoy an easy walk from South Station to our amenity-filled 15th floor offices with spectacular views, beautiful art, and spacious café. Expect to learn a lot, be treated well, have fun, and be associated with a great firm.

Associate Development

Conn Kavanaugh invests in Associates with comprehensive Associate Development and Training programs overseen by emeritus CK partner James Gray Wagner.

In addition to instruction on Trial Advocacy, Legal Writing, and Depositions, CK Associates benefit from dedicated mentorship, advocacy provided by the Associates Committee, business development training and coaching, conference attendance, networking events, and regular Associate outings.

Current Opportunities

Conn Kavanaugh is seeking a partner to join our growing Corporate/Transactional practice group. Conn Kavanaugh is headquartered in Boston’s financial district and serves clients nationwide across a variety of vertical markets. While there is no industry expertise required for this position, experience in the technology sector is a plus.

We are looking for a partner who has a national practice and experience with large scale corporate transactions. In addition to providing general corporate formation and governance counsel, the individual must have expertise with financing transactions (including venture capital, debt financing and similar investment vehicles) and with mergers, acquisitions, and other complex corporate restructuring transactions.

The ideal candidate has at least $500,000 in portable business and aspires to assist in leading and growing the firm’s corporate practice. The corporate partner will also support other firm clients, including those in the Technology & Outsourcing, Employment, and Real Estate practice groups. This position provides an opportunity to move quickly into a key growth and leadership role within the firm.

Benefits include – Health, Dental, Vision, 401k, FSA, Long Term Disability, Group Term Life Insurance.

Please submit resume in confidence, via email, to:
James Gray Wagner
Legal Talent Manager
jwagner@connkavanaugh.com

Conn Kavanaugh seeks a bright, ambitious attorney to join the Corporate/Transactional Group at one of Boston’s most exciting and successful mid-size law firms. Built on the key concepts of collaboration and respect, Conn Kavanaugh has a reputation for its excellent legal services and congenial working environment. You will learn from a team that has extensive experience and knowledge, you will gain access to an impressive roster of clients, and you will set your career on a path to realize your most ambitious goals while doing truly interesting work. Enjoy an easy walk from both North Station and South Station to our amenity-filled 15th floor offices with spectacular views, beautiful art, and spacious café. Expect to learn a lot, be treated well, have fun, and be associated with a great firm.

Qualifications:

· 3-5 years of experience in Corporate/Transactional practice

· Strong communication, technology, and organizational skills
· Excellent client interface capabilities

· Skilled drafting and writing ability
· Commercial real estate acquisitions, leasing and financing experience helpful
· Interest in growing a book of business

The ideal candidate will have experience working with closely-held and family businesses from start-up to exit phase and be comfortable working directly with business owners and management on governance, contract matters, strategic partnerships, recruitment and retention incentives for key executives and employees, private financings and M&A transactions.

Please submit resume in confidence, via email, to:
James Gray Wagner
Legal Talent Manager
jwagner@connkavanaugh.com

Conn Kavanaugh seeks a seasoned senior level associate, of counsel attorney or junior partner with general technology transactions experience to join its growing Technology and Outsourcing Practice. A successful candidate will integrate into the client’s procurement team to assist with negotiating technology contracts and ongoing support and management of such contracts. Technology and Outsourcing attorneys work with clients on projects from start to finish; from reviewing and negotiating agreements to understanding and interpreting contracts and restructuring when necessary. An attorney in this practice may also participate in resolving disputes. A thorough understanding of contract intake workflows, procurement of technology, and negotiations of technology transactions is required.
At Conn Kavanaugh, we have a technology and outsourcing team that has unparalleled experience and knowledge, you will gain access to an impressive roster of national clients and do important work.
Built on the key concepts of collaboration and respect, Conn Kavanaugh has a reputation for its excellent legal services and congenial working environment. Expect to learn a lot, be treated well, have fun, and be associated with a great firm.

Qualifications:

• 7+ years of technology and outsourcing transactions experience (software licensing agreements, implementation and integration services agreements, software-as-a-service agreements, outsourcing services agreements, etc.)
• Well-trained; large law firm experience preferred, but not required
• Strong contract review, negotiation and drafting skills
• Ability to work well under pressure, prioritize and manage workload, and meet deadlines
• Detail-oriented and resourceful with excellent follow-through skills
• Business-oriented approach to problem-solving
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work well with colleagues and clients at all business levels

• Knowledge of data privacy and/or security standards a plus
• Some portable business preferred, but not required
• Boston location preferred, but not required

Please submit resume in confidence, via email, to:
James Gray Wagner
Legal Talent Manager
jwagner@connkavanaugh.com

Any employment inquiries should be made in writing by emailing our Recruitment Manager.

Conn Kavanaugh is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Benefits

Your Health

  • Health and dental insurance plans
  • Vision insurance
  • Pre-tax flexbile spending accounts (FSA)
  • Discounted fitness membership, and fitness membership reimbursements

Your Life

  • 4o1(k) savings plans
  • Pre-tax parking and commuter programs
  • Education assistance, course reimbursement

Your Balance

  • Paid holidays, time off, and sick time
  • “Summer Fridays”
  • Paid parental leave
  • Short-term and long-term disability
  • Dependent care assistance plan
  • Firm social engagements and networking activities

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