M&A and Private Equity Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate with two to three years of experience to join its M&A and Private Equity team in New York, NY. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and enjoy collaborating closely with clients.

Duties

• Assist in managing mergers and acquisitions transactions.
• Collaborate with clients to provide strategic legal advice.
• Draft and review transaction documents.
• Conduct due diligence and research.

Requirements

• 2-3 years of experience at a peer law firm.
• Exceptional academic credentials.
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills.
• Membership to the State Bar of New York is required.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.

Certifications

• Admission to the State Bar of New York.

Skills

• Proficiency in legal research and writing.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, and vision.
• Mental well-being programs.
• Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits.
• Short- and long-term disability and parental leave benefits.
• Health savings account contributions and flexible spending accounts.
• 401K program.
• Flexible Time Off program and paid holidays.

Substantial billable hours is the primary way to get the big bucks and partnership consideration at this large New York firm. With West Coast roots, but not attitude, these New York lawyers work hard. Competitive and fast-paced, this firm excels across practice areas, but is doing some particularly interesting VC work. Although a type A environment to be sure, the atmosphere is still friendly, albeit without a lot of casual partner/associate interaction. Partner/associate relationships are strong in professional terms, however, with excellent marks for training and a fairly regimented associate development program. Now competing to be one of New York's finest, this firm is increasingly selective in associate hiring.