Corporate and M&A Attorney

Job Overview

A forward-thinking law firm is seeking an experienced Corporate and M&A Attorney with at least 5 years of corporate and transactional experience. The role involves preparing and negotiating contracts, advising on M&A transactions, and supporting clients in various industries including healthcare IT, life sciences, medical devices, software, and fintech. This position is based in Madison, WI, and offers flexible work arrangements, making it ideal for those looking for a balance between sophisticated legal work and a supportive work environment.

Location

• Madison, WI

Duties

• Prepare, negotiate, and revise asset purchase agreements, stock purchase agreements, and ancillary agreements for company sales.
• Stay informed on market terms in small and middle market M&A transactions.
• Maintain working knowledge of tax, intellectual property, employment, and privacy matters relevant to M&A.
• Understand basic aspects of HSR requirements, patent law, employment laws, and FDA approval processes for medical devices.
• Advise on corporate governance and fiduciary duty matters.
• Draft and review company sale waterfall spreadsheets, shareholder agreements, and various employment-related agreements.
• Prepare and negotiate investment agreements from Series AA to Series D.
• Support clients in angel and venture capital transactions, including knowledge of Regulation D and market terms.
• Draft and negotiate distribution, manufacturing, and supply agreements.
• Prepare background memos, articles, and blog posts on issues relevant to emerging companies.
• Develop and refine content for automated forms and systems.
• Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with emerging company clients, especially in the upper Midwest technology community.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in corporate law and M&A.
• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills, with an ability to handle complex transactions.
• Prior experience in healthcare IT, life sciences, medical devices, software, or fintech sectors is preferred.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build client relationships.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in Wisconsin or eligibility to waive in.

Skills

• Proficient in managing complex corporate transactions and M&A processes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.
• Tech-savvy, with an ability to adapt to automated and cloud-based systems.
• Familiarity with current market terms and trends in M&A and venture capital.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• Opportunities for professional development within a dynamic, client-focused environment.
• Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance.
• The firm promotes a collaborative and innovative work culture, with a focus on utilizing technology to enhance legal services.

Located in Madison, Wisconsin, the firm focuses its practice towards entrepreneurs and emerging companies, primarily in technology-enabled industries. It provides transactional and business law-related services to clients primarily in the Midwest. It specializes in services that include strategic corporate planning and structuring, joint ventures, venture capital transactions, angel investment transactions, mergers, acquisition, and sale of companies, and related areas.