About the Position:
Our client, a highly regarded and growing law firm with an entrepreneurial approach to practicing law, is seeking an M&A associate to join its sophisticated corporate practice.
This is not your typical law firm. With an innovative approach to growth and a commitment to building something different in the legal market, the firm offers an exciting opportunity for associates who want to be part of that growth. The work and clients are comparable to those at major law firms, but the environment offers greater accessibility, close collaboration with experienced partners, and opportunities to take on meaningful responsibility early in your career.
The practice represents private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, and other businesses in middle-market acquisitions, buyouts, growth investments, exits, and other corporate matters.
Highlights:
• An entrepreneurial firm on the move, with ambitious growth plans and a distinctive approach to the legal market
• A clear path for advancement, with a seven-year partnership track and the potential for equity participation as the firm grows
• Sophisticated M&A work for an impressive client base, including private equity sponsors and portfolio companies
• Direct access to experienced partners, with strong mentorship and opportunities for hands-on experience
• A collaborative, entrepreneurial environment where associates can make a meaningful impact
• Recognized as a Firm to Watch by The Legal 500
Responsibilities:
• Represent private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, and other businesses in mergers, acquisitions, buyouts, growth investments, and exits
• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, ancillary transaction documents, and other corporate agreements
• Assist with due diligence, transaction structuring, and deal closings
• Work closely with partners and clients throughout the transaction process
• Advise on general corporate and governance matters
Required Qualifications:
• 1-6 years of sophisticated M&A transactional experience; private equity experience is a plus
• Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• Excellent academic credentials
Location:
• Los Angeles – Century City, CA (Hybrid)
• New York – Midtown Manhattan, NY (Hybrid)
• San Francisco, CA (Hybrid)
• Dallas, TX (Hybrid)
• Newport Beach, CA (Hybrid)
Compensation:
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $235,000 – $410,000, plus market level bonuses.