Lateral Corporate - M&A/Private Equity Associate Attorney

A law firm based in New York City is seeking a skilled Lateral Corporate - M&A/Private Equity Associate Attorney to join their M&A and Private Equity teams. The candidate will provide legal counsel to corporate clients and private equity funds on acquisitions, dispositions, minority investments, and general corporate matters.

Job Overview:

• Advise corporate clients and private equity funds on M&A transactions and general corporate matters.
• Handle drafting transaction documents and managing deals effectively.
• Duties:
• Provide legal advice and support on M&A transactions and private equity deals.
• Draft and review transaction documents.
• Conduct legal due diligence.
• Assist in negotiations with clients and counterparties.
• Provide general corporate legal support as needed.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the New York State Bar.
• 5-7 years of experience in corporate law, with a focus on M&A transactions and private equity.
• Strong understanding of corporate law and market terms.
• Significant experience in drafting transaction documents and managing deals.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Certifications:

Admission to the New York State Bar.

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting transaction documents.
• Effective deal management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

Benefits Offered:

• Health care coverage.
• Retirement benefits.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation days.
• Parental leave.
• Basic life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Discretionary, performance-based bonuses.

This Vault 50 leading international law firm has been consistently ranked among the world's top law firms in industry surveys and major publications. Associates emphasize the firm's flexibility and the ability to work on cutting-edge, high-stakes matters with brilliant attorneys, as well as the ability to advise clients on some of today's most complex and significant matters. Associates described the firm as laid back and a BigLaw paradise. Associates are drawn to the firm's impressive reputation and headline hitting cases. One associate remarked at how happy he noticed attorneys working at this firm were. Junior attorneys obtain experience in document review and drafting, motion drafting, appellate brief drafting, first-chairing depositions, and working on memoranda for major clients. The firm is distinctively positioned in today's global marketplace and offers unparalleled, innovative thinking for clients with the most challenging needs. The attorneys at this firm aspire to handle all matters as partners with their clients. The firm leads retreats across its offices, allowing great networking opportunities. The firm also emphasizes a strong diversity and pro bono on its attorneys.