Corporate M&A Attorney

A law firm seeks an experienced Corporate Attorney to join its Detroit, MI office. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled transactional attorney with at least four years of M&A experience, ideally in private equity buy-side representation. In this hybrid role, the attorney will work closely with high-performing teams on complex M&A transactions, including those involving representations & warranties insurance (RWI), while also having the chance to expand their leadership and business development skills.

Duties:

• Lead M&A due diligence teams and manage negotiations as a key player in transactions, especially those involving RWI.
• Serve as part of a Tier 1 Private Equity M&A team while also taking the lead in transactions representing RWI underwriters.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams of subject matter experts to address complex deal issues.
• Use technology and support staff to enhance efficiency and the quality of work product throughout the deal process.
• Foster business development by building relationships with clients and potential clients in the M&A space.
• Support deal teams in all phases of M&A transactions, from initial negotiation through closing.
• Contribute to the growth of the firm’s M&A-adjacent practice area.

Requirements:

• At least 4 years of transactional experience, particularly in M&A with a focus on private equity buy-side transactions.
• Proven ability to lead M&A due diligence and negotiation teams.
• Experience in managing M&A transactions involving RWI is preferred.
• Strong business development skills with a growth mindset for both practice and client development.
• Proficiency with modern collaboration software, such as Teams, Office 365, and similar tools.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven success in coordinating and working with diverse teams on complex transactions.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the bar in the state of Michigan or eligibility to become licensed.

Skills:

• Strong background in corporate M&A transactions, particularly in private equity buy-side deals.
• Advanced negotiation skills and experience in leading due diligence processes.
• Proficiency with transactional technology tools, including real-time collaboration software.
• Strong leadership and teamwork abilities, with a focus on business development.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Benefits:

• Flexible hybrid working arrangement to promote work-life balance.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Long-term disability coverage and flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Bonus opportunities and additional benefits to support personal and professional growth.

This role offers a dynamic environment with exposure to sophisticated legal matters in the M&A and RWI space, providing the opportunity to work with a top-tier team and advance in leadership positions.