Corporate and Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Corporate and Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney in Madison, WI. This position offers the chance to engage in sophisticated transactions, including domestic and international mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and strategic investments. The successful candidate will thrive in a collaborative, client-focused environment and embrace meaningful responsibility in complex deal work.

Duties

• Assist in structuring, negotiating, and closing M&A transactions.
• Draft and review transaction documents, including purchase agreements and disclosure schedules.
• Draft, review, and negotiate various contract types, such as license agreements and leases.
• Conduct and manage due diligence processes.
• Advise clients on corporate governance and general business matters.
• Support cross-border transactions and regulatory compliance.
• Collaborate with attorneys across practice areas for comprehensive client solutions.

Requirements

• J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• 2 or more years of experience in corporate law and M&A transactions.
• Experience drafting and negotiating transaction documents.
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently and as part of a team.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Experience with middle-market transactions.
• Eagerness for exposure to private equity, ESOPs, or international transactions.
• Business-minded approach with a focus on practical solutions.
• Strong client service orientation.

Benefits

• Collaborative, team-oriented culture focused on client success.
• Opportunity to work directly with experienced partners on meaningful transactions.
• Broad exposure to diverse industries and clients.
• Competitive compensation and flexible billing structures.

Founded more than 150 years ago, this premier Wisconsin-based firm has two offices in the state. It focuses its practice on 19 areas of law, including bankruptcy, employee benefits, intellectual property, litigation, and trusts-estates. The attorneys here support community service undertakings throughout the year and are active members in numerous non-profit organizations.