Mid-level Corporate Healthcare Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A top-tier national law firm is seeking a mid-level Associate Attorney with experience in M&A, private equity, and/or joint ventures to join its Corporate & Securities practice group, specifically within its renowned Healthcare Industry Team. This position involves working with leading healthcare clients across all stages of their corporate lifecycle, including high-value transactions and innovative joint ventures.

Location

• Costa Mesa, CA

Key Responsibilities

• Advise healthcare clients on mergers and acquisitions, private equity investments, and joint venture transactions

• Draft and negotiate transaction documents and commercial contracts

• Assist clients with corporate formation, governance, and operational strategy

• Collaborate with firm partners and associates on deal execution and client management

• Support business development through direct client interaction and relationship-building

• Participate in regular career development and training sessions

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of legal experience in M&A, private equity, and/or joint venture transactions

• Experience representing clients in the healthcare industry strongly preferred

• Strong drafting, negotiation, and project management skills

• Bar admission in the jurisdiction where applying

• Excellent academic credentials from an accredited law school

• Strong communication, research, and analytical skills

• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team

Education

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

Certifications

• Active bar membership in one of the office jurisdictions listed above

Skills

• Legal drafting and negotiation

• Transactional diligence and analysis

• Strong client service and communication abilities

• Time management and multitasking under deadline

• Collaborative mindset with a commitment to mentorship and team support

Compensation & Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Structured mentorship and career development

• Access to high-profile clients and complex transactions

• Supportive, collaborative work culture across multiple offices

This California-based AmLaw100 firm is appealing for its professional culture, but relaxed and laid-back atmosphere. Famous for its corporate practice, the attorneys at this firm are proud of the work they perform and are always striving to do ?good work,? while still maintaining a healthy family- balance and interacting with their colleagues in firm-wide social events. The firm pays top-of-market compensation.