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New York City office of an AmLaw firm seeks senior private equity/mergers and acquisitions associate attorney with 4+ years of experience in corporate transactions. The candidate must have a strong working knowledge of acquisition agreements and other documentation utilized in complex private equity and/or mergers and acquisitions transactions, a proficiency in the drafting of the same, and strong knowledge of the negotiation points involved in such matters. New York Bar admission is essential. Legal

The candidate should be self-driven, with strong interpersonal skills, a high degree of maturity, a proven willingness to accept significant responsibility and manage a challenging workload, and a desire for a fast-paced and collaborative working environment, with significant opportunity for career advancement. Strong academic credentials and writing skills are essential.

Practice areas served at the New York-based office are across-the-board. A sizable team of three-hundred legal professionals including talented attorneys and governmental experts comprise the law practice. Corporate transactional work, financial restructuring-bankruptcy, litigation, real estate, intellectual property, and governmental affairs are some of their practice disciplines. Attorneys are highly-versed in restructurings, and governmental affairs. They are involved in various community outreach endeavors during the year.

Corporate - Private Equity

Full-Time

New York City office of an AmLaw firm seeks mid-level corporate investment funds associate attorney with 5 years of experience. The candidates must have sponsor side private equity fund formation experience. Must have exposure to regulatory matters affecting private investment fund managers (Advisers Act) and transactions involving funds and fund managers, such as fund restructurings, fund manager spin-outs and secondary transactions. Legal

This Vault 50 leading international law firm has been consistently ranked among the world?s top law firms in industry surveys and major publications. Associates emphasize the firm?s flexibility and the ability to ?work on cutting-edge, high-stakes matters with brilliant attorneys,? as well as the ability to advise clients on some of today?s most complex and significant matters. Associates described the firm as ?laid back? and a ?BigLaw paradise.? Associates are drawn to the firm?s impressive reputation and headline hitting cases. One associate remarked at how happy he noticed attorneys working at this firm were. Junior attorneys obtain experience in document review and drafting, motion drafting, appellate brief drafting, first-chairing depositions, and working on memoranda for major clients. The firm is distinctively positioned in today?s global marketplace and offers unparalleled, innovative thinking for clients with the most challenging needs. The attorneys at this firm aspire to handle all matters as partners with their clients. The firm leads retreats across its offices, allowing great networking opportunities. The firm also emphasizes a strong diversity and pro bono on its attorneys.

Corporate - Private Equity

Full-Time

New York City office of an AmLaw firm seeks mid to senior level investment funds associate attorney with 4-7 years of experience in the structuring, formation and management of private equity funds, real estate funds, alternative investments vehicles and their management companies. The candidate should preferably have relevant general corporate experience. Legal

Commitment, value, excellence, and professional development draw associates to this AmLaw100 firm. This firm has been ranked regionally and nationwide for its vast array of varied practice groups, particularly its corporate practice. Associates are drawn to the collaborative effort at this firm, describing their colleagues as ?patient and willing to teach.? Additionally, the efforts the firm makes to develop careers is appealing to attorneys at this firm. The firm puts emphasis on its diversity, as well as its pro bono requirement hours. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.

Corporate - Private Equity

Full-Time

New York City office of an AmLaw firm seeks corporate investment management staff attorney with experience. The candidate will be drafting, reviewing and revising various fund documents (including partnership agreements, subscription agreements, NDAs, transfer agreements and side letters). Will be identifying and relaying issues to senior attorneys for resolution. Create and maintain structure charts, board presentations and side letter compendiums. Prepare and file various regulatory and compliance forms. Efficiently manage fund closings. Communicate and interact with clients, partners, associates, staff, investors and investors' representatives. Develop practice area expertise, assist with business development efforts and participate in training sessions. Must be a member in good standing of the New York State Bar. Investment management or private equity experience, ideally in a large law firm or financial institution is preferred. Legal

The candidate should have a JD degree from an accredited law school. Must have strong attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Must be energetic and enthusiastic about expanding knowledge of the private equity industry. Should have team-oriented mindset as well as the ability to take ownership of and complete tasks without direct supervision. Interpersonal skills enabling successful and professional communication are needed. Ability to work under pressure, prioritize and meet deadlines is needed.

This 75-year-old law firm offers sophisticated legal services, maintaining this tradition of excellence in a comprehensive, modern practice that spans the Americas, Europe, and Asia. The lawyers here are responsive, thoughtful, ethical, and vigorous advocates with a substantive understanding of the clients' business needs. The firm's leading practices include bankruptcy and restructuring, corporate governance, executive compensation, insurance and financial institutions, litigation, media and communications, technology and intellectual property, real estate, taxation, and trusts and estates, that often have a cross border focus due to the firm's international approach to the practice of law.

Corporate - Private Equity

Full-Time

New York City office of an AmLaw firm seeks practice development attorney, investment management with 3+ years of relevant experience in a law firm, professional services firm or other corporate environment. The candidate will play a substantive supporting role on active matters and use relevant legal and analytical skills to support existing client relationships, including by: reviewing and analyzing transaction documents, relevant precedents and comparisons of key fund terms; preparing talking points and issues lists for client meetings and calls; taking notes during meetings and calls; assisting with document revisions based on client input and requests; and identifying, managing, and, where appropriate, delegating other follow-up action items. Will review and analyze market trends and developments relating to private equity, investment management, and fund formation; gather and review applicable materials relating to such topics (including public filings and industry articles); and become thoroughly familiar with the key issues and substantive points, develop concise and informative outlines and provide meaningful contributions during substantive discussions. Ensure that key clients' requests are handled in a timely fashion, either by the partner, other members of the practice or, where appropriate, personally. Assist with managing and meeting client deadlines, including by communicating timing expectations to attorneys and ensuring the timely distribution of requested deliverables. Develop thought leadership and knowledge management materials alongside members of the Funds practice, including substantive guides and summaries discussing industry trends and developments and the implications for clients. Track and analyze the market's position with respect to key fund terms and ensure that negotiated changes are shared within the Funds group and incorporated into the firm's model forms. Assist with the organization of internal client events; organize and manage external events with relevant industry groups (e.g., the International Bar Association and the New York City Bar Association; coordinate directly with external parties regarding planning and preparations for conferences and events that partners are participating in; and work with other members of the practice to develop substantive content and materials for panels, seminars and other external presentations. Work with partners to strategically assemble pitch teams. Coordinate and participate in pitch-preparation sessions, including by drafting appropriate talking points and ensuring the timely development of other pitch materials. Work with others to ensure excellent client service support when needed, including in such areas as billing and records management. Knowledge of the private equity industry is preferred. Legal

The candidate should have a law degree. Competence with relevant technology tools used by the Funds practice is required. Should have very strong organizational and project management skills and financial and business acumen. Ability to see the bigger picture and get to the heart of issues rapidly is needed. Excellent oral and written communications skills, as well as the interpersonal skills required to interact effectively with clients, senior lawyers and other colleagues, are essential. Ability to collaborate effectively in a non-hierarchical environment with partners, lawyers and administrative colleagues is a must.

This 75-year-old law firm offers sophisticated legal services, maintaining this tradition of excellence in a comprehensive, modern practice that spans the Americas, Europe, and Asia. The lawyers here are responsive, thoughtful, ethical, and vigorous advocates with a substantive understanding of the clients' business needs. The firm's leading practices include bankruptcy and restructuring, corporate governance, executive compensation, insurance and financial institutions, litigation, media and communications, technology and intellectual property, real estate, taxation, and trusts and estates, that often have a cross border focus due to the firm's international approach to the practice of law.

Corporate - Private Equity

Full-Time

New York City office of an AmLaw firm seeks senior mergers and acquisitions/private equity attorney with 6+ years of experience, including familiarity with general corporate/securities work. The candidate should have strong skills with drafting and negotiating transaction documents, managing client relationships, supervising junior associates, and handling day-to-day demands and work flow requirements of a variety of clients with sophisticated needs. Legal

Creative lawyering in a laid back environment is big draw for associates at this Amlaw firm. This California-based firm is highly regarded as one of the most innovative firms in the market. The firm is best known for its technology work and life sciences clients, and is generally recognized as the top legal provider for emerging companies. The California culture of the firm fosters a collaborative and social workplace, while the sophisticated training and meaningful attorney mentorship help develop associates into world class lawyers.

Corporate - Private Equity

Full-Time

New York City office of an AmLaw firm seeks mergers and acquisitions/private equity attorney with 2-6 years of experience. The candidate should have experience and interest in private equity. Must preferably have strong skills with drafting and negotiating transaction documents, managing client relationships, supervising junior associates, and handling day-to-day demands and work flow requirements of a variety of clients with sophisticated needs. Legal

The candidate should have high level of academic achievement from a nationally recognized law school.

Creative lawyering in a laid back environment is big draw for associates at this Amlaw firm. This California-based firm is highly regarded as one of the most innovative firms in the market. The firm is best known for its technology work and life sciences clients, and is generally recognized as the top legal provider for emerging companies. The California culture of the firm fosters a collaborative and social workplace, while the sophisticated training and meaningful attorney mentorship help develop associates into world class lawyers.

Corporate - Private Equity

Full-Time

New York City office of an AmLaw firm seeks fund finance associate attorney with 3-7 years of experience in syndicated lending, commercial lending, leverage finance, fund formation, CLOs or other relevant experience. The candidate should have in-house legal experience. Legal

The candidate must possess excellent academic credentials.

This white-shoe New York firm is undergoing some changes--which we believe will definitely be for the better in terms of associate life. Although this transition concerns the old-school fans of this firm, associates confirm the effect has been better and more interesting work in an environment with renewed vigor. Although their litigation section has been somewhat diluted of late, their deal work is booming, even through the economy slowdown. A fresh new attitude at this firm with spectacular office environment, we are excited about the opportunities here.

Corporate - Private Equity

Full-Time

New York City office of an AmLaw firm seeks funds formation associate attorney with 3-5 years of experience. The candidate must have sponsor side private equity and/or hedge fund formation experience. Experience with transactions involving funds and fund managers, such as secondary transactions, fund restructurings and fund manager spin-outs are preferred. Exposure to regulatory matters affecting private investment fund managers (Advisers Act) is ideal. Legal

This white-shoe New York firm is undergoing some changes--which we believe will definitely be for the better in terms of associate life. Although this transition concerns the old-school fans of this firm, associates confirm the effect has been better and more interesting work in an environment with renewed vigor. Although their litigation section has been somewhat diluted of late, their deal work is booming, even through the economy slowdown. A fresh new attitude at this firm with spectacular office environment, we are excited about the opportunities here.

Corporate - Private Equity

Full-Time

New York City office of an AmLaw firm seeks mid-level corporate associate attorney with 4-5 years of experience working directly with clients and managing substantial components of a broad range of corporate and transactional matters. The candidate will serve in mergers and acquisitions, debt and equity financings, corporate governance and securities. Must preferably have sophisticated experience with life sciences clients and cross-border transactions. Legal

The candidate must have outstanding academic credentials and excellent written and verbal communication skills.

With offices in the United States and Europe, this international law firm has 200 attorneys who help clients capitalize on opportunities and build for the future. The firm practices across integrated areas of law and provides clients with a breadth and depth of expertise uniquely suited to their individual legal needs. Adept at handling complex, cutting-edge legal and business matters, the attorneys share an entrepreneurial excitement necessary for any firm's success. Clients range from start-up and emerging growth businesses to nationally and internationally prominent institutions, including Fortune 500 companies.

Corporate - Private Equity

Full-Time