Mid-Level Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Associate Attorney

A law firm in Boston, MA is seeking a Mid-Level Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will support clients in the legal aspects of mergers and acquisitions transactions, including due diligence, drafting, negotiating agreements, and providing strategic legal advice. The role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal policies.

Job Overview:

The Mid-Level Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney will handle complex M&A transactions, including due diligence, drafting, and negotiating transactional documents. The attorney will provide legal advice to clients, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate with various stakeholders to facilitate successful M&A activities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough due diligence on potential merger and acquisition targets, including reviewing financial statements, contracts, and other relevant documents.
• Draft and negotiate transactional documents such as merger agreements, asset purchase agreements, and confidentiality agreements.
• Manage the due diligence process for M&A transactions to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Perform legal research and analysis on complex issues related to mergers and acquisitions.
• Provide legal advice and guidance to clients on various aspects of M&A transactions.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and industry best practices.
• Assist in the preparation and review of legal documents, including legal opinions, memoranda, and presentations.
• Stay updated on relevant legal developments and industry trends to offer proactive and strategic legal advice.
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of industry practices and evolving market terms.
• Exhibit superlative drafting skills and attention to detail in preparing primary and ancillary acquisition transaction documents.
• Manage parts of transactions independently while remaining flexible to work within teams.

Requirements:

• Experience: 4-6 years of legal experience, currently working at a large AmLaw 100 law firm as an M&A associate, representing public and private companies in a variety of transactions, including acquisitions, joint ventures, and corporate governance.
• Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Certification: Admitted to, and a member in good standing of, the New York Bar.
• Skills:
  • Proven expertise in drafting and negotiating M&A transactional documents.
  • Strong analytical and legal research skills.
  • Ability to manage the due diligence process effectively.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within teams.
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • Knowledge of current legal developments and industry trends.

Corporate work is the driving force in this large firm although in recent years, IP has played an increasingly important role. Its Boston offices are spacious, modern, and beautifulone of the most satisfying and prestigious firms in which to work. We know of few firms that compete with this firm in terms of the quality and consistency of the work product. Although the hours can be substantial, the compensation is top of the line here, and associates are generally quite happy to be practicing at the top of their profession.