Corporate M&A Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Partner-level Corporate M&A Attorney to join its office in Greenwich, CT. This role is ideal for an experienced attorney with a strong portable book of business and a proven track record in mergers and acquisitions, corporate transactions, and business counseling. The successful candidate will be instrumental in establishing and growing the firm's corporate practice in Connecticut.

Duties

• Lead and manage all aspects of mergers and acquisitions transactions, including asset and stock purchases, mergers, divestitures, and joint ventures.
• Structure, draft, and negotiate transaction documents, including purchase agreements, letters of intent, shareholder agreements, and operating agreements.
• Conduct and oversee due diligence processes, identify key risks, and advise clients on deal structure and regulatory considerations.
• Advise closely held and middle-market companies, private equity sponsors, and institutional clients on corporate governance and transactional strategy.
• Maintain and grow a portable book of business while developing new client relationships and referral networks.
• Collaborate across practice groups to provide comprehensive client service on complex transactions.
• Meet billable expectations and contribute to practice group growth and firm initiatives.
• Mentor junior attorneys and participate in business development and firm leadership activities.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Connecticut Bar and in good standing (New York admission a plus).
• 10+ years of concentrated experience in mergers and acquisitions and corporate transactional law.
• Demonstrated portable book of business and collected originations.
• Strong professional reputation within the corporate and business community in Connecticut and the greater tri-state area.
• Experience managing complex M&A transactions from letter of intent through post-closing integration.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and client-management skills.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the Connecticut Bar (New York admission a plus).

Skills

• Strong leadership and client development abilities.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage complex transactions and collaborate across practice groups.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off.
• Voluntary programs.
• Professional liability (malpractice) insurance coverage.