Private Equity Attorney

Job Title: Private Equity Attorney

Job Location: San Francisco, CA

Job Overview: A distinguished law firm in San Francisco is seeking a Private Equity Attorney with 4-5 years of experience in private equity, mergers, and acquisitions. The candidate will play a key role in supporting private equity fund clients and their portfolio companies. This position is ideal for a professional with strong business judgment, who thrives in a collaborative and fast-paced environment and is looking to contribute to complex transactional projects.

Duties:

• Lead the drafting and negotiation of purchase and merger agreements.
• Draft and review LLC, LP, and other ancillary transaction documents.
• Support private equity fund clients and portfolio companies in day-to-day legal matters.
• Act as a strategic extension of client business teams.
• Collaborate closely with internal and external teams in a dynamic work environment.
• Ensure transactions are executed efficiently while maintaining high attention to detail.

Requirements:

• 4-5 years of experience in private equity and mergers and acquisitions.
• Experience with drafting and negotiating legal agreements such as purchase and merger agreements, LLC, LP agreements, and related documents.
• Prior experience in a large law firm environment, particularly with private equity sponsors.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Strong business judgment and strategic thinking skills.

Education:

• A Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials.

Certifications:

• Active Bar membership in the state of California (or the ability to obtain membership promptly).

Skills:

• Excellent drafting, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Exceptional verbal and interpersonal communication abilities.
• Strong project management skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Job Location:

• San Francisco, CA

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health savings account (with the applicable medical plan).
• Pre-tax commuter benefits and flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care.
• Firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Generous vacation (four weeks per year), sick time (two weeks per year), and 10 paid holidays.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Access to backup care services for children and adults.
• Opportunity to attend a detailed orientation covering the full range of benefits and resources.

Creative lawyering in a laid back environment is big draw for associates at this Amlaw firm. This California-based firm is highly regarded as one of the most innovative firms in the market. The firm is best known for its technology work and life sciences clients, and is generally recognized as the top legal provider for emerging companies. The California culture of the firm fosters a collaborative and social workplace, while the sophisticated training and meaningful attorney mentorship help develop associates into world class lawyers.