Kutak Rock LLP seeks an experienced associate attorney to join the firm’s corporate department in its Omaha office. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), securities, and/or general corporate matters and an interest in developing their skills and knowledge while working closely with experienced partners. Kutak Rock, a U.S. News and World Report rated "Best Companies to Work For: Law Firms", provides associates the opportunity to grow their legal career as they matriculate toward partnership opportunities in a collegial and collaborative environment.
QUALIFICATIONS: Skills and Abilities
Strong analytical reasoning skills
Ability to review, analyze, and draft complex documents accurately and efficiently
Ability to manage multiple matters and tasks simultaneously and to complete tasks efficiently, effectively, and in a timely manner
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to competently and professionally communicate with clients and supervising attorneys
Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet deadlines
Excellent organizational and matter management skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work professionally and collaboratively with partners, associates, and support staff
Ability to work effectively with large working groups as part of a transaction team
Desire to actively engage in client development activities
QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience
Juris Doctorate (J.D.) from an ABA accredited law school in the United States required
Currently admitted to practice in Nebraska with an active bar license in good standing or able to be admitted within one year required
2+ years of relevant transactional experience
Position Information
Position Status: Exempt
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Dependent Life, Disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance. Flexible Spending Plan. Health Savings Account. Fertility coverage assistance. Adoption and surrogacy financial assistance. Nine Paid Holidays per calendar year. Flexible paid vacation leave. 1 hour of paid sick leave accrued for every 30 hours worked. Paid parental leave. Bereavement, jury duty, military leave. Profit-Sharing and 401(k) Retirement benefits. Discretionary bonuses. Employee Assistance Program. Back-Up Care. Domestic Partner Benefits. Commuting Benefits. Technology Allowance. Some of the foregoing benefits include Employer/Employee cost sharing.
Additional Information
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.
About the Firm
Kutak Rock was formed in 1965 with a commitment to exceptional client service delivered with a collaborative, team-focused approach. Our founding charter commits the firm to “allow and encourage each individual within it to be a full person,” and we strive to offer an exceptional professional environment, intellectually challenging and engaging work in multiple disciplines, competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for training and career development. We are a leading national law firm with locations in 19 cities united by our common commitment to our core values of client service; integrity and fairness; innovation; and inclusiveness and diversity.
We are dedicated to the maintenance of a respectful, collegial, communicative, and equal opportunity workplace that encourages and rewards innovation and entrepreneurship. We measure our success not just on the basis of our revenues or our profits, but by the satisfaction we deliver for our clients and the health, engagement and loyalty of our people.
Successful candidates will have at least two years of relevant transactional experience.
Kutak Rock was formed in 1965 with a commitment to exceptional client service delivered with a collaborative, team-focused approach. Our founding charter commits the firm to “allow and encourage each individual within it to be a full person,” and we strive to offer an exceptional professional environment, intellectually challenging and engaging work in multiple disciplines, competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for training and career development. We are a leading national law firm with locations in 19 cities united by our common commitment to our core values of client service; integrity and fairness; innovation; and inclusiveness and diversity.
We are dedicated to the maintenance of a respectful, collegial, communicative, and equal opportunity workplace that encourages and rewards innovation and entrepreneurship. We measure our success not just on the basis of our revenues or our profits, but by the satisfaction we deliver for our clients and the health, engagement and loyalty of our people.
