Mid-Level Corporate M&A Associate Attorney

A law firm in Mountain View, CA is seeking a Mid-Level Corporate M&A Associate Attorney with 3-4 years of experience at a leading corporate firm. The ideal candidate must be an active member of the Bar in the jurisdiction they will be working, with superior academic credentials, excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills. Experience with or affinity for technology and/or life sciences companies is considered advantageous.

Duties:

• Conducting due diligence for M&A transactions, including reviewing corporate documents and financials.
• Drafting and negotiating transactional documents such as merger agreements, stock purchase agreements, and ancillary agreements.
• Advising clients on corporate governance matters and regulatory compliance.
• Assisting with financing transactions related to M&A deals, including debt and equity financing.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams including tax, regulatory, and employment attorneys.
• Managing and coordinating closings and post-closing activities for transactions.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active Bar membership in California or eligibility to sit for the next California Bar exam.
• 3-4 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions at a top-tier corporate law firm.
• Strong knowledge of corporate law principles and M&A transactional processes.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and manage multiple projects under tight deadlines.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working with technology and/or life sciences companies.
• Familiarity with securities laws and regulations.
• Strong business acumen and client management skills.

Benefits Offered: The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including Healthcare, Life Insurance, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and wellbeing programs designed to support professional development and work-life balance.

This highly profitable, full-service firm has grown significantly in recent years and has worked on some of the most interesting and complex technology transactions in the world. The firm primarily represents high-tech, high-growth companies in four practices areas: Corporate, Litigation, Intellectual Property, and Tax. Salaries are in line with other top Bay Area firms, and most associates believe the firm is truly a great place to work.