Senior Corporate Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Corporate Associate Attorney with 6-8 years of mergers and acquisitions experience to join their team in Los Angeles, CA. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in drafting and negotiating definitive and ancillary documents, managing deal processes and client relationships, and supervising junior associates. This role requires excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a high degree of maturity and business sense, and the ability to manage internal and external client relationships effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the drafting and negotiation of definitive and ancillary documents for mergers and acquisitions.
• Manage the deal process from inception to closing, ensuring all legal and regulatory requirements are met.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, serving as the primary point of contact for mergers and acquisitions matters.
• Supervise, mentor, and provide guidance to junior associates, ensuring high-quality work and professional development.
• Handle day-to-day demands on a variety of mergers and acquisitions-related matters.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and legal staff to ensure comprehensive and cohesive legal representation.
• Conduct due diligence investigations and analysis to identify potential risks and issues in mergers and acquisitions.
• Advise clients on corporate governance, compliance, and regulatory matters related to mergers and acquisitions.
• Stay current with relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends to provide proactive and informed legal advice.

Requirements:

• 6-8 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions, preferably within a large regional, national, or international law firm.
• Demonstrated expertise in drafting and negotiating definitive and ancillary documents for mergers and acquisitions.
• Proven ability to manage deal processes and client relationships effectively.
• Experience supervising and mentoring junior associates.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• High degree of maturity and business sense.
• Ability to effectively manage internal and external client relationships.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Membership in good standing with the State Bar of California.

Certifications:

• Active license to practice law in the state of California.

Skills:

• Exceptional drafting and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in legal research and due diligence.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of corporate finance principles.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in using legal research tools and Microsoft Office Suite.

Job Location:

• Los Angeles, CA