Corporate M&A/Private Equity Associates

Job Overview:
A leading law firm is seeking a talented associate to join its Corporate M&A and Private Equity practice in Los Angeles. This position offers the opportunity to work on complex transactions representing private equity sponsors, strategic buyers, and portfolio companies in a variety of domestic and cross-border deals. The ideal candidate will bring strong corporate transactional experience and the ability to manage fast-paced, high-profile matters.

Location:

• Los Angeles, CA

Duties:

• Advise clients on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, recapitalizations, and joint ventures

• Represent private equity sponsors and portfolio companies in leveraged buyouts and exit transactions

• Draft and negotiate key deal documents, including stock and asset purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, and ancillary contracts

• Oversee and conduct due diligence reviews and coordinate integration planning

• Collaborate with colleagues in tax, regulatory, finance, and other relevant practice areas

• Manage deal timelines, communications, and closing processes

Requirements:

• 3 to 6 years of experience in corporate M&A or private equity at a major law firm

• Experience working with private equity funds and strategic acquirers preferred

• Familiarity with deal structuring, term sheets, and risk allocation concepts

• Ability to independently manage aspects of transactions from initial stages through closing

Education:

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

• Strong academic performance required

Certifications:

• Admission to the bar in at least one U.S. jurisdiction (California preferred)

Skills:

• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and legal analysis skills

• Strong project management and organizational capabilities

• Commercially minded with a client-service orientation

• Ability to handle multiple matters efficiently in a fast-paced environment

• Strong communication skills and attention to detail

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary aligned with experience and firm standards

• Comprehensive benefits package including health coverage, retirement options, and ongoing professional development resources

Be a part of a highly successful, full-service law firm that counts among its esteemed clients many Fortune 250 firms. This firm has a reputation for treating associates exceedingly well. The branch office of a large international law firm, this firm's practice has consistently been strong in the litigation, corporate and tax fields; however, the firm also has made a definite commitment to intellectual property related work in the Los Angeles legal market. The Los Angeles branch has a full book of business involving some of the biggest movers and shakers on the national and international scene. An aggressive development track has associates achieving partner status in a very limited amount of time compared to other national firms of its stature. This firms is generally seeking the best and the brightest--meaning it is most willing to consider associates from top schools and firms.