Mid-Level Private Equity Associate Attorney

A law firm in Austin, TX is seeking a skilled and motivated Mid-Level Private Equity Associate Attorney to join its dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in advising private equity firms and their portfolio companies on complex transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, equity investments, and other general corporate matters. This role requires a high level of analytical, organizational, and communication skills, along with the ability to effectively manage multiple tasks and deadlines.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise private equity firms and their portfolio companies on a variety of complex transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, leveraged buyouts, equity investments, and other general corporate matters.
• Conduct thorough legal research and provide strategic advice to clients on legal and business issues.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents, including purchase agreements, investment agreements, and other related documentation.
• Manage due diligence processes, including coordinating with clients and third-party advisors.
• Effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
• Produce high-quality work deliverables, answer phone calls, and respond to correspondence in a timely and efficient manner.
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work products, ensuring deadlines and expectations are met.
• Foster positive working relationships within the firm and with clients.
• Comply with all firm policies and practices.
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activities, including working at a computer for extended periods, participating in digital/virtual conference calls, and attending meetings as needed.
• Perform all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice law in the state of Texas.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience advising private equity firms and their portfolio companies in complex transactions.
• Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 law firm or SEC experience.

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
• Licensed to practice law in the state of Texas.

Skills:

• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Exceptional research and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective management skills, with the ability to lead and mentor junior attorneys and staff.
• Proficiency in producing high-quality work deliverables in a timely and responsive manner.
• Ability to engage in both physical and sedentary activities, including extended periods of computer work and participation in virtual meetings.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life, accident, and disability insurance plans.
• Participation in the firm’s 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Robust wellness program and work/life balance initiatives.
• Unlimited PTO, reduced time program, and sabbatical program for eligible employees and partners.
• Enhanced parental leave for both primary and non-primary caregivers, with an automatic Off Ramp/On Ramp program.
• Inclusive fertility and family benefits.
• Voluntary income protection benefits, including supplemental life, accident, critical illness, and long-term care insurances.

This Amlaw firm is best known for allowing its associates to find a balanced work load that best suites them. As a result, the company operates with an entrepreneurial culture, offers flexible face-time, and values diversity and a work space inclusive of everyone. This firm is also one that values pro-bono work?encouraging their associates to gain real-life experience and take charge of their own opportunities and success.