Mergers & Acquisitions Corporate Associate Attorney
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Corporate Associate -- Mergers & Acquisitions Attorney
Locations: New York City, NY
Direct Counsel is seeking a Corporate Associate -- Mergers & Acquisitions to join a sophisticated and growing corporate practice at a highly respected East Coast-based law firm with a national and international platform. This opportunity is ideal for a mid-level associate looking to work on complex transactional matters within a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and team-oriented environment.
The firm represents a diverse client base ranging from emerging companies to Fortune 500 businesses across a broad range of industries. Attorneys in this practice work closely with experienced dealmakers on sophisticated transactions while receiving strong mentorship and meaningful client exposure.
Responsibilities
- Advise clients on a wide range of corporate transactional matters
- Handle mergers and acquisitions, including both buy-side and sell-side transactions
- Assist with private equity transactions, venture debt and equity financings, strategic joint ventures, and capital markets matters
- Draft, review, and negotiate key transaction documents, including:
- Asset purchase agreements
- Stock purchase agreements
- Merger agreements
- Operating agreements
- Disclosure schedules
- Manage all phases of the transaction lifecycle from term sheet through closing
- Conduct due diligence and transactional analysis
- Collaborate with partners, clients, and cross-functional teams on sophisticated business matters
- Provide practical and strategic legal advice to clients across industries
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials
- Admission in good standing in the jurisdiction where the candidate intends to practice
- 5--7 years of corporate transactional experience with a strong focus on mergers and acquisitions
- Experience handling sophisticated M&A transactions from inception through closing
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
- Excellent writing, communication, and client service abilities
- Ability to manage complex transactions efficiently and with strong attention to detail
- Experience working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary range: $200,000 -- $250,000, depending on location, experience, and qualifications
- Hybrid work schedule with remote flexibility two days per week
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Collaborative and supportive firm culture
- Significant mentorship and professional development opportunities
- Opportunity to work directly with experienced attorneys on sophisticated transactional matters
This is an excellent opportunity for a talented corporate associate seeking high-level transactional work, meaningful client interaction, and long-term career growth within a collegial and dynamic law firm platform.