Mid-/Senior-level Private Equity M&A Associate Attorney

A law firm seeks a highly qualified Mid-/Senior-level Associate Attorney to join its Private Equity Group in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate will bring 3+ years of experience in corporate and transactional matters, contributing to a dynamic team committed to excellence in legal services.

Duties:

• Manage and execute components of complex transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, leveraged recapitalizations, growth equity, and venture capital transactions.
• Collaborate with team members to provide comprehensive legal support.
• Maintain strong relationships with internal teams and external clients.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents related to private equity transactions.
• Provide proactive legal advice to clients, ensuring compliance and risk management.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in private equity or corporate law.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong business acumen and proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the New York Bar (or eligibility to obtain admission promptly).

Skills:

• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and research abilities.
• Proven negotiation skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to effectively manage client relationships.

Benefits:

• Competitive benefits package, including health and dental insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, and professional development opportunities.

One of the nation's leading law firms, it has a team of 650 attorneys that serves clients in the area of corporate, financial services, intellectual property, litigation, private equity, products liability, mass torts, real estate, REITs, and real estate capital markets. A hard-driving, entrepreneurial, and dynamic group, it seeks to hire individuals who possess the intellect, personality, imagination, and motivation to accept responsibility for the legal affairs of the firm's clients, and treat them as their own. The cornerstones of this firm are world-class training and professional development, its commitment to diversity, a robust pro bono initiative, and contacts. An Equal Opportunity Employer, its hiring policy has been, and will continue to be, nondiscriminatory.