Mid-Level Corporate M&A Associate Attorney

A law firm in Washington, D.C. is seeking a Mid-Level Corporate M&A Associate Attorney with 3-4 years of experience at a leading corporate firm. The ideal candidate must be an active member of the Bar in the jurisdiction they will be working, with superior academic credentials, excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills. Experience with or affinity for technology and/or life sciences companies is considered advantageous.

Duties:

• Conducting due diligence reviews for M&A transactions.
• Drafting and negotiating transactional documents, including merger agreements, stock purchase agreements, and ancillary documents.
• Advising clients on corporate governance matters.
• Assisting with financing transactions related to M&A deals.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including tax, regulatory, and employment counsel.
• Managing and coordinating closings and post-closing activities.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active Bar membership in the jurisdiction of the office location or eligibility to sit for the next Bar exam.
• 3-4 years of experience in M&A transactions at a prominent corporate law firm.
• Strong understanding of corporate law principles and M&A transactional processes.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple priorities.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with technology and/or life sciences sectors.
• Familiarity with securities laws and regulations.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and challenging work environment.

Benefits Offered: The firm provides a comprehensive benefits package including Healthcare, Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and wellbeing programs aimed at supporting professional development and work-life balance.

This firm is one of the nation's acknowledged best in intellectual property work.This medium sized DC firm, with a major office on the West Coast, is made up attorneys who fill the halls with some pretty erudite conversation. Obviously, there is a strong preference here for scientific backgrounds, with an added bonus for people with Ph.d.'s and business development acumen. Pay and benefits are high.