Mid-Level Private Equity/M&A Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A prestigious law firm is seeking a skilled mid-level associate to join its Private Equity and Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) practice in the Los Angeles office. This role focuses on providing legal support for various M&A and private equity transactions, including leveraged buyouts, sell-side deals, and growth equity investments. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in drafting transaction documents, managing due diligence, and leading both specialized and junior teams.

Location:

• Los Angeles, CA

Duties:

• Represent financial sponsors and strategic buyers/sellers in M&A and private equity transactions.
• Handle leveraged buyouts, sell-side transactions, growth equity, minority investments, and related strategic deals.
• Draft transaction documents and lead negotiations.
• Oversee due diligence processes and coordinate with other legal specialists.
• Supervise junior associates within the corporate team.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in M&A and/or private equity transactions.
• Proven background in a corporate department of a top-tier law firm.
• Strong understanding of transaction structuring and legal considerations in private equity and M&A deals.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the California Bar.

Skills:

• Proficient in drafting and negotiating complex deal documents.
• Strong leadership abilities, with experience supervising junior associates and coordinating with specialist teams.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and capable of managing multiple transactions simultaneously.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits, with full disclosures available upon request.
• Equal Opportunity Employer, encouraging diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

This prestigious firms Los Angeles office has a blue-chip business litigation department and a very solid labor and employment practice. Although the firm has a very conservative reputation, most insiders describe the work as exciting and the people as laid back, friendly, and fun to work with. Moreover, associates claim the firm is a pro bono powerhouse and that the firm is very open to intra-firm transfers.