Mid-Level Transactions Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a corporate associate with 4-6 years of relevant experience to join the Transactions Practice Group in Washington, DC. This role focuses on U.S. and cross-border M&A transactions, ideal for a professional comfortable overseeing matters with limited supervision and working directly with partners, senior associates, and clients.

Duties

• Represent clients in complex corporate matters, including private equity M&A and mid-market M&A.
• Engage in venture financings, securities, and general corporate governance.
• Draft and negotiate transaction documents.
• Develop and maintain client relationships.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of relevant experience in corporate law.
• Strong drafting and communication skills.
• Business development aptitude and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Positive attitude and exceptional work ethic.

Education

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active member in good standing of the bar in the jurisdiction(s) where admitted to practice.

Skills

• Experience with private equity M&A and mid-market M&A.
• Early-stage financing experience is a plus.
• Strong academic credentials.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• 401(k) Retirement plan.
• Disability and Life insurance.
• Adoption Assistance.
• Backup Care for Dependents.

A well-known, top-drawer firm with an especially strong health care practice, this firm offers offices across the U.S. in addition to European and Asian outposts. The firm is on an upward trajectory, with savvy acquisitions in hot markets marking the last decade. The accolades and honors keep rolling in for this firm, meaning that attorneys can be sure they will be among the best and the brightest. A full-service firm with excellence in business law, litigation, and intellectual property, this is an excellent place to start or accelerate one?s career.