Corporate Mergers And Acquisitions Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Des Moines, IA, is seeking a highly skilled Corporate Mergers and Acquisitions Associate Attorney with 3-6 years of experience in corporate law. The ideal candidate will have specific expertise in strategic transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, investments, and joint ventures, and a strong background in general corporate and commercial matters.

Duties:

• Led due diligence teams, ensuring comprehensive reviews of legal, financial, and operational aspects.
• Manage specialists involved in mergers and acquisitions transactions.
• Draft and review transaction documents, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
• Provide counsel on general corporate and corporate governance matters.
• Handle multiple assignments simultaneously with minimal supervision.

Requirements:

• 3-6 years of experience in corporate law, focusing on mergers and acquisitions.
• Proven expertise in strategic transactions, investments, and joint ventures.
• Demonstrated experience leading due diligence teams.
• Superior academic credentials and excellent writing skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments efficiently and effectively.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the state bar.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Proficient in legal software and tools.

Benefits: The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Productivity and discretionary bonuses.
• Life, health, accident, and disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan.

This firm has built a reputation as having the pre-eminent lawyers in the Midwest and the nation. They handle complex transactional and litigation matters, and represent the Whos Who of Corporate America. It is a full service firm, with half of its lawyers concentrating in litigation and trial matters. It has several offices in the Midwest, as well as in a number of European countries. This firm handles matters for established companies in issues related to mergers and acquisitions, private offerings, private placements and complex and high-exposure litigation cases. Its lawyers come from top regional and national law schools, and possess exceptional academic credentials. The environment at the firm is collegial and you feel you are part of something exclusive when you walk through its halls.