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If there are no positions listed for which you wish to apply, please visit our Careers page to explore what it is like to work with us and submit a general application to our firm. We are always interested in talking with enthusiastic professionals who are ready for a challenge, every day of the week.
For all open positions please submit your resume below for consideration or forward your resume and cover letter to: Human Resources & Benefits Manager, Capes Sokol, 8182 Maryland Ave, Fifteenth Floor, St. Louis, MO 63105.
Please note, that the statements listed below are intended to describe the general nature and level of work we expect will be performed by the ideal candidate for the listed positions. These descriptions are not exhaustive. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Capes Sokol offers a collegial, professional environment, great benefits, and competitive salaries. We believe in the benefits of diversity and are committed to cultivating an equitable and inclusive environment where all of our employees can thrive. Candidates from diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
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Current Job Opportunities
Senior Corporate & Real Estate Associate
Business, Real Estate & Corporate Transactions Group (BRE)
Capes Sokol – St. Louis, Missouri
Capes Sokol’s Business, Real Estate & Corporate Transactions Group is seeking a 5+ year corporate transactional associate to join our sophisticated and growing business practice.
This role is designed for an attorney currently practicing at a larger regional or national firm who is ready for more ownership, meaningful client relationships, and a clear path toward long-term growth within a high-performing transactional group.
The Practice
- Buy- and sell-side mergers and acquisitions
- Asset and stock purchase transactions
- Commercial real estate acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and financing
- Corporate structuring and governance matters
- Strategic transactions from letter of intent through closing
We represent privately held businesses, developers, investors, and growth-oriented companies across industries.
What You’ll Do
This position is not limited to drafting support. You will:
- Lead significant portions of M&A transactions from diligence through closing
- Draft and negotiate core transaction documents (purchase agreements, operating agreements, shareholder agreements, LOIs, NDAs, financing documents)
- Advise clients on corporate governance and risk management
- Serve as primary or secondary client contact on transactions
- Coordinate with lenders, accountants, business advisors, and opposing counsel
- Mentor junior associates and contribute to team development
What We’re Looking For
- 5+ years of corporate transactional and/or commercial real estate experience
- Demonstrated experience handling sophisticated M&A transactions
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills across complex deal documents
- Ability to independently manage deal workflow and timelines
- Commercial judgment and client-facing confidence
- Missouri licensure or eligibility for admission
We are seeking someone who operates at a high level, takes ownership of their work, and wants to build a long-term practice.
Compensation & Structure
- Starting salary range: $140,000 – $170,000, depending on experience
- Bonus structure based on billable hours and overall performance
- Billable hour requirement: 1,800 annually
- Flexible/remote work options after a 90-day onboarding period
Why Capes Sokol
- Sophisticated transactional work without large-firm bureaucracy
- Direct client access and real responsibility
- Entrepreneurial environment with meaningful growth opportunity
- Clear path for advancement within a collaborative, business-focused firm
- We believe excellent legal work and an enjoyable workplace are not mutually exclusive. We combine sophisticated legal advice with a friendly, approachable, and collaborative culture.
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