Mergers and Acquisitions Associate Attorney

Job Overview:
A law firm in Kansas City, is seeking a skilled and experienced Mergers and Acquisitions Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have 3 years of specialized experience in mergers and acquisitions, with a focus on sponsor clients. This role requires a strong background in managing multiple matters simultaneously and expertise in representation and warranty insurance. The successful candidate will possess a J.D. degree, and strong academic credentials, and will be Bar admitted.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide expert legal advice and guidance on mergers and acquisitions transactions, including structuring, negotiation, and documentation.
• Represent private equity and sponsor clients in acquisition, disposition, and growth equity/VC transactions.
• Conduct thorough due diligence and prepare detailed reports and recommendations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex transactional documents including purchase agreements, disclosure schedules, and ancillary agreements.
• Coordinate and manage multiple legal matters simultaneously, ensuring timely and effective resolution of issues.
• Collaborate with clients, internal teams, and external parties to facilitate smooth transaction processes.
• Stay current with legal developments and industry trends related to mergers and acquisitions.

Requirements:

• 3 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions, with a focus on sponsor clients.
• Proven experience with representation and warranty insurance.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple legal matters concurrently.
• J.D. degree from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Admitted to practice law in State Bar or actively pursuing admission.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admitted to the State Bar or in the process of obtaining admission.

Skills:

• Strong negotiation and drafting skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in conducting legal research and analysis.
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with clients and team members.

This law firm is based in Kansas and has more than 20 attorneys working in the team. Its practice areas are real estate, employment and work place, land use and zoning, commercial lending, corporate counsel, municipal government counsel, business litigation, economic development and incentives and criminal defense and compliance litigation. The firm?s clientele ranges from individuals to large corporate and start-ups at a national and international level.