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Associate (Senior)

Office New York
Practice Area Legal Recruiting
Date Posted Jul 22, 2025
Application Deadline Dec 01, 2025

Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP seeks an Associate (Senior) in New York, NY to draw up legal documents such as opinion letters, memoranda, and various corporate contracts and agreements using extensive experience with Latin American law. Requires JD, LLM or foreign equivalent and four years of experience as an Associate or related occupation. Must include 4 years of experience in each of the following: Advising and representing corporate and sovereign clients in connection with U.S. and international corporate and financial transactions, including public and private issuances of debt and equity securities, restructurings, bilateral and syndicated loans, and compliance with reporting obligations in the United States; Closing corporate transactions and coordinating among client’s advisors, including other law firms, lenders, accountants and consultants; Supporting discussions to develop objectives and legal parameters within which to conduct cross-border transactions; Drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts and other legal documents in connection with securities issuances, debt restructurings, financings, mergers and acquisitions, particularly in the banking and financial institutions, energy, retail, and telecom industries; and Drafting proposals and legal analysis in connection with debt restructurings and liability management for corporate clients and liability management for corporate clients. Must be admitted to practice law in the State of New York. The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 - $435,000/ year, depending upon class year. Qualified applicants please submit resumes by accessing the following link: - https://legalrecruit.cgsh.com/CGSelfApply/viRecruitSelfApply/RecDefault.aspx?FilterREID=40&FilterJobCategoryID=1&FilterJobID=253. Please indicate job code CM25EW.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP seeks an Associate (Senior) in New York, NY to draw up legal documents such as opinion letters, memoranda, and various corporate contracts and agreements using extensive experience with Latin American law. Requires JD, LLM or foreign equivalent and four years of experience as an Associate or related occupation. Must include 4 years of experience in each of the following: Advising and representing corporate and sovereign clients in connection with U.S. and international corporate and financial transactions, including public and private issuances of debt and equity securities, restructurings, bilateral and syndicated loans, and compliance with reporting obligations in the United States; Closing corporate transactions and coordinating among client’s advisors, including other law firms, lenders, accountants and consultants; Supporting discussions to develop objectives and legal parameters within which to conduct cross-border transactions; Drafting, reviewing and negotiating contracts and other legal documents in connection with securities issuances, debt restructurings, financings, mergers and acquisitions, particularly in the banking and financial institutions, energy, retail, and telecom industries; and Drafting proposals and legal analysis in connection with debt restructurings and liability management for corporate clients and liability management for corporate clients. Must be admitted to practice law in the State of New York. The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 - $435,000/ year, depending upon class year. Qualified applicants please submit resumes by accessing the following link: - https://legalrecruit.cgsh.com/CGSelfApply/viRecruitSelfApply/RecDefault.aspx?FilterREID=40&FilterJobCategoryID=1&FilterJobID=253. Please indicate job code CM25EW.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

Junior Level or Mid-Level Associate: Debt Finance

Office New York
Practice Area Legal Recruiting
Date Posted Apr 12, 2024
Application Deadline Apr 12, 2034

Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire an associate for our Debt Finance Practice. Candidates will be considered for the New York, Washington, D.C. or Bay Area offices. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in private equity debt finance transactions, with a particular focus on acquisition financing.  Our practice focuses on sponsors and borrowers, although we will consider candidates with experience on the lender side. The candidate should have familiarity with market terms in this area.  The candidate should have the ability to manage complex transactions, should be admitted to the New York, D.C. or California Bar and have excellent credentials. 
Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire an associate for our Debt Finance Practice. Candidates will be considered for the New York, Washington, D.C. or Bay Area offices. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in private equity debt finance transactions, with a particular focus on acquisition financing.  Our practice focuses on sponsors and borrowers, although we will consider candidates with experience on the lender side. The candidate should have familiarity with market terms in this area.  The candidate should have the ability to manage complex transactions, should be admitted to the New York, D.C. or California Bar and have excellent credentials. 

Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

Junior Level or Mid-Level Associate: Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits

Office New York
Practice Area Legal Recruiting
Date Posted Sep 02, 2025
Application Deadline Aug 31, 2026
The New York office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire a stellar junior to mid-level associate for our Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits group practice, who will work primarily with the partner who handles the ERISA practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of ERISA, tax-qualified retirement plans, and ERISA compliance, including in the context of fund formation, investment management and structured finance.  Experience with 401(k), pension, and health and welfare plans is a plus. Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience, and be admitted to the New York Bar with excellent credentials.

Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

 We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

The New York office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire a stellar junior to mid-level associate for our Executive Compensation & Employee Benefits group practice, who will work primarily with the partner who handles the ERISA practice. The ideal candidate will have a strong knowledge of ERISA, tax-qualified retirement plans, and ERISA compliance, including in the context of fund formation, investment management and structured finance.  Experience with 401(k), pension, and health and welfare plans is a plus. Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience, and be admitted to the New York Bar with excellent credentials.

Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

Mid-Level and Senior Level Associates: Mergers & Acquisitions

Office New York
Practice Area Legal Recruiting
Date Posted Jun 10, 2024
Application Deadline Jun 10, 2034

The New York office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire stellar mid-level and senior level  associates for our Mergers & Acquisitions practice, focusing on acquisitions, divestitures, mergers and joint ventures, private equity funds, and financial institutions. Candidates should have ample experience leading on diligence and drafting ancillary agreements as well as familiarity with all other aspects of a transaction, including experience drafting primary deal documents and interfacing with the client. The ideal candidates should have 3-6 years of M&A experience, be admitted to the New York Bar, and have excellent credentials.
Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

The New York office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire stellar mid-level and senior level  associates for our Mergers & Acquisitions practice, focusing on acquisitions, divestitures, mergers and joint ventures, private equity funds, and financial institutions. Candidates should have ample experience leading on diligence and drafting ancillary agreements as well as familiarity with all other aspects of a transaction, including experience drafting primary deal documents and interfacing with the client. The ideal candidates should have 3-6 years of M&A experience, be admitted to the New York Bar, and have excellent credentials.


Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.
 

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

Mid-Level Associate: Antitrust

Office Washington
Practice Area Legal Recruiting
Date Posted Mar 13, 2024
Application Deadline Dec 11, 2033

The Washington, DC office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire mid-level associates for our Antitrust practice. The ideal candidate will be admitted in DC and have 3-5 years of experience in pre-merger notification and civil and/or criminal antitrust litigation, as well as excellent credentials.

Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.
 

The Washington, DC office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire mid-level associates for our Antitrust practice. The ideal candidate will be admitted in DC and have 3-5 years of experience in pre-merger notification and civil and/or criminal antitrust litigation, as well as excellent credentials.

 Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

 Cleary provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health care benefits. More information can be found here: Compensation and Benefits

Mid-Level Associate: Capital Markets

Office Bay Area
Practice Area Legal Recruiting
Date Posted May 20, 2025
Application Deadline Dec 05, 2025

The San Francisco office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire a stellar mid-level associate for our Capital Markets practice.  The ideal candidate should have 3 - 4 years of general Capital Markets experience, including corporate governance and transactional experience, and be admitted to the California Bar, along with excellent credentials. 

Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.
 
We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

The San Francisco office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire a stellar mid-level associate for our Capital Markets practice.  The ideal candidate should have 3 - 4 years of general Capital Markets experience, including corporate governance and transactional experience, and be admitted to the California Bar, along with excellent credentials.

Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.
 
We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

Mid-Level Associate: Capital Solutions and Special Situations Practice

Office New York
Practice Area Legal Recruiting
Date Posted Oct 31, 2023
Application Deadline Oct 31, 2033

The New York office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire a mid-level associate for our Capital Solutions and Special Situations Practice. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience working on liability management transactions, secured and unsecured debt financing, special situations, distressed M&A, and debt restructuring, including experience in exchange and consent offers, backstop arrangements, rights offerings, and exit financings. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing, collaborative, and multidisciplinary team involving our market leading Debt Finance and Bankruptcy and Restructuring practices. Candidates must be admitted to practice in New York and have excellent credentials. Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

The New York office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire a mid-level associate for our Capital Solutions and Special Situations Practice. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience working on liability management transactions, secured and unsecured debt financing, special situations, distressed M&A, and debt restructuring, including experience in exchange and consent offers, backstop arrangements, rights offerings, and exit financings. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing, collaborative, and multidisciplinary team involving our market leading Debt Finance and Bankruptcy and Restructuring practices. Candidates must be admitted to practice in New York and have excellent credentials.


Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.


We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

Mid-Level Associate: Debt Finance (Private Credit Practice)

Office New York
Practice Area Legal Recruiting
Date Posted Jun 18, 2025
Application Deadline Dec 05, 2025

The New York office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire an associate for our Debt Finance, Private Credit Practice. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of experience in private credit or finance matters, including direct lending, exposure to creditor-side transactions, restructurings, and workouts. Experience in asset-backed financings or junior capital/mezzanine financing are a plus.  Candidates should have the ability to manage complex transactions, be barred in New York, and have excellent credentials.

Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

The New York office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire an associate for our Debt Finance, Private Credit Practice. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of experience in private credit or finance matters, including direct lending, exposure to creditor-side transactions, restructurings, and workouts. Experience in asset-backed financings or junior capital/mezzanine financing are a plus.  Candidates should have the ability to manage complex transactions, be barred in New York, and have excellent credentials.

 Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

Mid-Level Associate: Financial Institutions Group

Office New York
Practice Area Legal Recruiting
Date Posted Aug 21, 2024
Application Deadline Aug 21, 2034
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire a mid-level associate for our Financial Institutions Group.  Candidate should be available to work in either our New York or our Washington, D.C. office. The ideal candidate would have 2-5 years of experience in one or more of the following general regulatory areas:  broker-dealer regulation, clearing agency rules, swap dealer/derivatives regulation, investment adviser/investment company regulation, collateral/collateral enforcement/creditors’ rights, bank/bank holding company/foreign bank regulation. Interested candidates should be admitted to the New York or D.C. Bar and have excellent credentials.
Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.


*Cleary provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health care benefits. More information can be found here: Compensation and Benefits
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire a mid-level associate for our Financial Institutions Group.  Candidate should be available to work in either our New York or our Washington, D.C. office. 

The ideal candidate would have 2-5 years of experience in one or more of the following general regulatory areas:  broker-dealer regulation, clearing agency rules, swap dealer/derivatives regulation, investment adviser/investment company regulation, collateral/collateral enforcement/creditors’ rights, bank/bank holding company/foreign bank regulation. Interested candidates should be admitted to the New York or D.C. Bar and have excellent credentials.

 
Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.


*Cleary provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health care benefits. More information can be found here: Compensation and Benefits

Mid-Level Associate: Fund Finance Practice

Office New York
Practice Area Legal Recruiting
Date Posted Sep 02, 2025
Application Deadline Jun 30, 2026

The New York office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire an associate for our Fund Finance practice. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of relevant work experience in representing financial sponsors and/or lenders in subscription credit facilities, NAV facilities and management company and other upper tier financings at a law firm or in-house at a sponsor or bank. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collegial and growing team. Must be admitted to the New York Bar with excellent credentials.

Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

The New York office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire an associate for our Fund Finance practice. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of relevant work experience in representing financial sponsors and/or lenders in subscription credit facilities, NAV facilities and management company and other upper tier financings at a law firm or in-house at a sponsor or bank. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collegial and growing team. Must be admitted to the New York Bar with excellent credentials.

Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

Mid-Level Associate: Private Funds, Secondaries Practice

Office New York
Practice Area Legal Recruiting
Date Posted Feb 07, 2024
Application Deadline Feb 07, 2034

The New York office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire stellar mid-level associate for our Private Funds, Secondaries practice. The ideal candidates should have 3 - 5 years of secondaries experience, be admitted to the New York Bar and have excellent credentials. Associate should have experience working on secondary transactions, preferably GP-led secondary transactions, including continuation vehicles. Associates should have experience with negotiating fund organizational documents, as well as experience with purchase and sale of assets, whether portfolio companies or limited partnership interests.
Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

The New York office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire stellar mid-level associate for our Private Funds, Secondaries practice. The ideal candidates should have 3 - 5 years of secondaries experience, be admitted to the New York Bar and have excellent credentials. Associate should have experience working on secondary transactions, preferably GP-led secondary transactions, including continuation vehicles. Associates should have experience with negotiating fund organizational documents, as well as experience with purchase and sale of assets, whether portfolio companies or limited partnership interests.

 

Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

 

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

Mid-Level Associate: Restructuring

Office New York
Practice Area Legal Recruiting
Date Posted Jul 02, 2025
Application Deadline Dec 31, 2025
The New York office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire a mid-level associate for our Restructuring Practice. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of relevant transactional restructuring experience, including experience and familiarity with out-of-court restructurings, debt finance, special situations, and capital solutions. Candidates must be admitted to practice in New York and have excellent credentials. 
Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

The New York office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire a mid-level associate for our Restructuring Practice. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of relevant transactional restructuring experience, including experience and familiarity with out-of-court restructurings, debt finance, special situations, and capital solutions. Candidates must be admitted to practice in New York and have excellent credentials. 
Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

Mid-Level Associate: Structured Finance

Office Washington
Practice Area Legal Recruiting
Date Posted Feb 25, 2025
Application Deadline Dec 31, 2025

The Washington office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire mid-level associates for our Structured Finance practice. The candidate will have 2-4 years of securitization experience, ideally in CLOs, asset-based loans and/or REMICs, as well as excellent credentials. The Structured Finance practice is a close-knit group that genuinely enjoys working together and tries to have a little fun while doing so.

 Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

Cleary provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health care benefits. More information can be found here: Compensation and Benefits

The Washington office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire mid-level associates for our Structured Finance practice. The candidate will have 2-4 years of securitization experience, ideally in CLOs, asset-based loans and/or REMICs, as well as excellent credentials. The Structured Finance practice is a close-knit group that genuinely enjoys working together and tries to have a little fun while doing so.

Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

 Cleary provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health care benefits. More information can be found here: Compensation and Benefits

Mid-Level Associate: Transactional Practice (NY or SF)

Office New York
Practice Area Legal Recruiting
Date Posted Mar 21, 2025
Application Deadline Mar 21, 2035
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton seeks to hire a highly motivated and experienced associate to join our Transactional Practice. The ideal candidate will 3-6 years of relevant experience, excellent credentials and have a strong interest in shareholder engagement and activism issues and corporate governance, along with experience in securities law and mergers & acquisitions. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing, collaborative, and multidisciplinary team involving our market leading Capital Markets and Mergers & Acquisitions practices. Candidates will be considered for the New York or San Francisco office and should be admitted to either the New York or California bar.  
Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.
 
We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton seeks to hire a highly motivated and experienced associate to join our Transactional Practice. The ideal candidate will 3-6 years of relevant experience, excellent credentials and have a strong interest in shareholder engagement and activism issues and corporate governance, along with experience in securities law and mergers & acquisitions. This is a unique opportunity to join a growing, collaborative, and multidisciplinary team involving our market leading Capital Markets and Mergers & Acquisitions practices. Candidates will be considered for the New York or San Francisco office and should be admitted to either the New York or California bar.  
 
Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.
 

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

Mid-Level Associates: IP Litigation

Office New York
Practice Area Legal Recruiting
Date Posted Mar 31, 2025
Application Deadline Mar 31, 2035

Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire stellar mid-level associates for our Litigation practice group. Candidates will be considered for the New York, Washington, D.C. or Bay Area offices. Ideal candidates will be skilled and highly qualified associates with 3-5 years of patent litigation experience and will have an undergraduate and/or advanced degree in engineering, computer science, chemistry, biology, physics, or a similar field. Interested candidates should be admitted to the New York, D.C. or California Bar and have excellent credentials. 
Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

*Cleary provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health care benefits. More information can be found here: Compensation and Benefits

Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire stellar mid-level associates for our Litigation practice group. Candidates will be considered for the New York, Washington, D.C. or Bay Area offices. Ideal candidates will be skilled and highly qualified associates with 3-5 years of patent litigation experience and will have an undergraduate and/or advanced degree in engineering, computer science, chemistry, biology, physics, or a similar field. Interested candidates should be admitted to the New York, D.C. or California Bar and have excellent credentials.

Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.
 
We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.
 
*Cleary provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health care benefits. More information can be found here: Compensation and Benefits

Mid-Level Associates: Private Funds

Office New York
Practice Area Legal Recruiting
Date Posted Feb 07, 2024
Application Deadline Feb 07, 2034
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire stellar mid-level associates for our Private Funds practice. Candidates will be considered for the New York, Washington, D.C. or Bay Area offices. The ideal candidates should have 3 - 5 years of private funds experience, should be admitted to the New York, D.C. or California Bar and have excellent credentials. 

Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.
We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

*Cleary provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health care benefits. More information can be found here: Compensation and Benefits.
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire stellar mid-level associates for our Private Funds practice. Candidates will be considered for the New York, Washington, D.C. or Bay Area offices. The ideal candidates should have 3 - 5 years of private funds experience, should be admitted to the New York, D.C. or California Bar and have excellent credentials. 
 

Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

 

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

 
*Cleary provides a comprehensive benefits package, including health care benefits. More information can be found here: Compensation and Benefits.

Mid-Level or Senior Level Associate: Litigation (Copyright/Trademark)

Office Bay Area
Practice Area Legal Recruiting
Date Posted May 16, 2024
Application Deadline May 16, 2034

The Silicon Valley office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire a mid-level or senior level associate for our Litigation practice group. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of experience in trademark, copyright, trade secrets and other complex commercial litigation, with some experience before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, Federal Trade Commission and/or International Trade Commission preferred.  Candidates must be admitted to the California bar and have excellent credentials. 

 Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

 
We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

The Silicon Valley office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire a mid-level or senior level associate for our Litigation practice group. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of experience in trademark, copyright, trade secrets and other complex commercial litigation, with some experience before the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office, Trademark Trial and Appeal Board, Federal Trade Commission and/or International Trade Commission preferred.  Candidates must be admitted to the California bar and have excellent credentials. 

 Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

 
We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

Second Year Associate: Mergers & Acquisitions

Office Bay Area
Practice Area Legal Recruiting
Date Posted Jan 13, 2025
Application Deadline Jan 13, 2035

The San Francisco office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire a stellar junior-level associate for our Mergers & Acquisitions practice, focusing on acquisitions, divestitures, mergers and joint ventures and private equity transactions. Candidates should have ample experience leading on diligence and drafting ancillary agreements as well as familiarity with all other aspects of a transaction. The ideal candidate should have 2 years of M&A experience, be admitted to the California Bar, and have excellent credentials.
Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.

The San Francisco office of Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP is seeking to hire a stellar junior-level associate for our Mergers & Acquisitions practice, focusing on acquisitions, divestitures, mergers and joint ventures and private equity transactions. Candidates should have ample experience leading on diligence and drafting ancillary agreements as well as familiarity with all other aspects of a transaction. The ideal candidate should have 2 years of M&A experience, be admitted to the California Bar, and have excellent credentials.

Associate Salary: The base salary for associate positions is $225,000 to $435,000, depending upon class year.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with these goals, the firm prohibits any form of discrimination or harassment based on any category protected by law. Cleary provides reasonable accommodations to enable otherwise qualified employees to perform the essential functions of their position, provided the accommodation does not pose an undue hardship to the Firm.