Senior Corporate and Private Equity Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Corporate and Private Equity Associate in Chicago. The role involves supporting a dynamic Corporate and Private Equity practice, focusing on various private equity transactions and fund formations.

Duties

• Lead and manage private equity transactions.
• Collaborate with clients and colleagues to achieve strategic objectives.
• Provide legal advice on leveraged buy-outs, rollups, and capital investments.
• Represent emerging managers and general partners in fund formations.

Requirements

• 5-7 years of experience in acquisitions for private equity funds.
• Demonstrated ability to lead transactions independently.
• Bar admission in Illinois.
• Strong academic record.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.

Skills

• Proficiency in managing complex legal transactions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with merit bonus opportunities.
• Billable hours credit for pro bono work.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

This international law firm has 20 offices with over 900 attorneys on its team. Its service areas include financial services litigation, technology and outsourcing, healthcare law, government, criminal and regulatory investigations, real estate and land use, environmental, energy law, insolvency and restructuring, product liability and mass torts, corporate, private wealth services, employee benefits, banking and finance, patents, labor and employment, intellectual property, class action and antitrust and trade regulation.