Corporate And Private Equity Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a highly experienced and knowledgeable Corporate and Private Equity Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate should possess at least 5 years of experience in corporate law, with a strong focus on mergers and acquisitions, as well as significant buy-side private equity experience.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel and support to clients in corporate and private equity matters, with a specific focus on mergers and acquisitions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate complex transactional documents, including purchase agreements, investment agreements, and due diligence reports.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to provide sound advice on a wide range of corporate and private equity issues.
• Participate in and manage the due diligence process for various transactions, identifying potential legal risks and proposing mitigation strategies.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys and partners to develop and execute legal strategies that align with client's business objectives.
• Represent clients in negotiations, meetings, and other legal proceedings, both in and out of the courtroom.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in relevant laws and regulations and ensure compliance in all transactions.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar or eligibility for immediate admission.
• A minimum of 5 years of legal experience in corporate law, with a strong emphasis on mergers and acquisitions.
• Demonstrated experience in buy-side private equity transactions.
• Proven track record of successfully managing complex legal matters from start to finish.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and negotiation abilities.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to build and maintain client relationships.

Certifications:

• Active membership in the California State Bar or eligibility for immediate admission.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of corporate and private equity laws and regulations.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently.
• Exceptional time management and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

The Southern California law office was set-up seven years ago. There are forty-nine competent attorneys staffed at the law practice. Areas of concentration consist of real estate transactions, mergers-acquisitions, and corporate transactions of all types. A number of their practice disciplines are financial restructuring-insolvency, labor-employment law, environmental-land use, products liability litigation, and health care. Moreover, global transactions concentrate on China and Japan.