Mergers And Acquisitions And Private Equity Associate Attorney

Job Title: Mergers and Acquisitions and Private Equity Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Santa Monica, CA, seeks a highly motivated and skilled Associate Attorney specializing in Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) and Private Equity. The ideal candidate will have 3-4 years of experience in M&A and Private Equity transactions within a major law firm setting. Membership to the CA State Bar is required.

• Duties:

  • Conduct legal research and due diligence for M&A and Private Equity transactions.
  • Draft and review transactional documents, including purchase agreements, merger agreements, and disclosure schedules.
  • Assist in negotiations and closings of M&A and Private Equity deals.
  • Provide legal advice and support to clients on various M&A and Private Equity matters.
  • Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on complex transactions.

• Requirements:

  • JD degree from an accredited law school.
  • Membership to the CA State Bar.
  • 3-4 years of experience in Mergers, Acquisitions, and Private Equity within a major law firm.
  • Excellent academic credentials.
  • Superior verbal and written communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to work efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines.
  • Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Education and Certifications:

  • JD degree from an accredited law school.
  • Membership to the CA State Bar.

• Skills:

  • Proficiency in legal research methods and tools.
  • Strong drafting and reviewing skills for transactional documents.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy in work.
  • Collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal skills.
  • Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced work environment.

• Benefits Offered:

  • Full elective health benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
  • Robust mental well-being benefits.
  • Child, family, elder, and pet care benefits.
  • Short- and long-term disability benefits.
  • Health savings account (with the applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, and long-term care insurance.
  • 401K program.

This international law firm was founded over 50 years ago to handle cases involving arbitration, commercial litigation, and investigations. Their areas of practice include banking and finance, corporate, capital markets, antitrust and competition, energy, tax, supreme court and appellate, and many more. Their offices are located all across the world.