Mergers and Acquisitions Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A leading law firm is seeking a Mergers and Acquisitions Associate Attorney with at least five years of experience to join its Wilmington, DE office. This position involves working on various corporate and alternative entity transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and private equity investments.

Location

• Wilmington, DE 

Duties

• Manage corporate and alternative entity transactions.
• Conduct research and analyze transactional situations.
• Review general contracts and corporate governance matters.
• Provide legal opinions related to mergers and acquisitions.
• Collaborate with business staff, owners, executives, and opposing counsel.

Requirements

• JD degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Minimum of five years of corporate experience with substantial mergers and acquisitions experience.
• Experience in a large law firm's business/corporate group.
• Admission to the Delaware bar or the ability to become admitted.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects.
• Excellent communication and writing skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Delaware bar admission (preferred).

Skills

• Strong project management capabilities.
• Effective interpersonal skills for smooth interactions with clients and colleagues.
• Excellent academic credentials.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and excellent benefits, including:
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • 401(K) Retirement and Savings Plan.
  • 15 weeks of paid parental leave.
  • Adoption assistance and back-up childcare program.
  • Education and college advising programs.
  • Well-being programs and activities.
  • 24/7 employee assistance program.

This law firm provides legal services to clients globally in a variety of practice areas. Its core practice areas include the technology industry, healthcare law, food, beverage, and agribusiness, energy and natural resources, development and infrastructure, and banking. The firm has been ranked in the Top 30 law firms national and international pro bono law firms by American Lawyer. The firm is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and has offices in major locations across the United States and the world.