Litigation Senior Attorney - M&A

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Attorney to join its Litigation group, Business and Commercial subgroup, in Short Hills, NJ. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in M&A post-closing indemnity disputes and representations and warranty insurance disputes.

Duties

• Negotiate and draft property management and development agreements.
• Negotiate complex LLC operating agreements or limited partnership agreements.
• Conduct due diligence activities, including title and survey reviews.
• Review entity documents for authority matters.
• Lead multi-property due diligence efforts.
• Draft and negotiate confidentiality/access agreements and brokerage agreements.
• Prepare and negotiate closing documents such as escrow letters and deeds.
• Negotiate senior secured loan documents and construction loan documents.
• Draft zoning opinions for proposed developments.
• Provide leadership and manage a team of business professionals.

Requirements

• Admitted to practice in the jurisdiction of application.
• Minimum of 6 years' experience in relevant M&A disputes.
• Experience with M&A transaction documentation and damages calculations.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Strong negotiation and drafting skills.
• Excellent communication abilities, both verbal and written.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in conducting due diligence and regulatory analysis.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.

This Amlaw firm is best known for allowing its associates to find a balanced work load that best suites them. As a result, the company operates with an entrepreneurial culture, offers flexible face-time, and values diversity and a work space inclusive of everyone. This firm is also one that values pro-bono work?encouraging their associates to gain real-life experience and take charge of their own opportunities and success.