Mid-level Mergers and Acquisitions Associate Attorney

A Menlo Park, CA, law firm seeks a Mid-level Mergers and Acquisitions Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate should have 4-6 years of experience, specifically in M&A, with a strong background in public and private company transactions. The role requires handling significant individual responsibilities, especially in public company M&A transactions. Candidates must possess superior academic credentials, excellent written and interpersonal skills, and a solid understanding of SEC and stock exchange rules applicable to M&A transactions.

Duties:

• Manage significant individual responsibilities within M&A transactions.
• Lead or assist in both public and private company M&A transactions.
• Draft and review sophisticated corporate documentation.
• Ensure compliance with SEC regulations and stock exchange rules.
• Provide legal advice and guidance on M&A matters.
• Conduct due diligence investigations.
• Collaborate with clients, opposing counsel, and internal teams.

Requirements:

• 4-6 years of experience, specifically in M&A.
• Strong general corporate transactional background.
• Specific experience in public and private company transactions.
• Working knowledge of market terms and SEC regulations.
• Superior academic credentials.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the California State Bar or eligibility for reciprocity.

Skills:

• Proficiency in drafting and reviewing complex corporate documentation.
• Strong understanding of SEC regulations and stock exchange rules.
• Excellent written, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team.
• Attention to detail and ability to handle multiple tasks under tight deadlines.

The mid-sized Silicon Valley office of this multi-national firm (one of the most respected firms in the country) splits its business group into four basic practice areas: corporate, labor and employment, litigation and intellectual property/technology. Despite the firm's structure, associates frequently specialize in a number of distinctive areas such as white collar criminal defense, international litigation and arbitration, health care, financing and complex security offerings for emerging growth companies. Associates receive some of the best training and mentoring available on the west coast, in a collegial setting with a business casual dress code complementing the informal working style. The firm is dedicated to pro bono work and treats pro bono hours as billable. Salaries and bonus are market.