Senior Corporate - Mergers & Acquisitions/Private Equity Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A prestigious law firm is seeking a senior-level associate with a minimum of 5 years of experience in Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and/or Private Equity. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced attorney to join a high-performing team, working on complex and high-profile transactions, providing strategic legal advice, and managing key client relationships.

Location

• Los Angeles, CA

Duties

• Lead and support on M&A and private equity transactions, including structuring deals, negotiating terms, and drafting key agreements.
• Conduct legal due diligence and manage complex transaction processes.
• Advise clients on a wide range of corporate governance, securities laws, and regulatory compliance matters.
• Mentor and supervise junior associates and manage aspects of client relationships.
• Collaborate with senior partners to develop strategic legal solutions tailored to client needs.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in M&A or private equity law.
• Proven experience in drafting and negotiating complex transactional documents.
• Strong background in handling deal processes, client relationships, and advising on high-level corporate matters.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team on complex legal matters.

Education

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

Certifications

• Admission to the State Bar (California).

Skills

• Expertise in M&A and private equity transactions.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and drafting skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Leadership and mentorship experience with junior associates.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and location.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Health savings accounts (HSA) with applicable medical plans.
  • Flexible spending accounts (FSA) for health and/or dependent care.
  • Pre-tax commuter benefits.
  • Life insurance, AD&D, and long-term care coverage.
  • Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
  • Parental leave and fertility benefits.

This very prestigious Los Angeles firm has offices throughout the U.S. and the world. Their mega-power clients include top national and international corporations. The firm has a unique culture and produces very self-confident, easy-going, polished attorneys. This firm has a lot of power in Los Angeles and embraces attorneys from a variety of backgrounds in a very encouraging way. Additionally, the compensation at this firm is truly first-rate. New attorneys are encouraged to partake in the mentoring program and training opportunities. The firm has a very good management structure which appears to make partnership and advancement decisions for its associates in a very even-handed and fair manner.