Associate - Corporate M&A Associate Attorney

Pay: $260,000.00 - $435,000.00 per year Why This Is a Great Opportunity Join a highly regarded Corporate and M&A practice handling sophisticated, high-value transactions across major industries. Work on mergers, acquisitions, private equity transactions, dispositions and other complex corporate matters. Gain exposure to significant transactions involving both private and public companies. Collaborate with experienced attorneys on sophisticated deals, including healthcare, industrial, consumer, retail and life sciences transactions. Build your career in a nationally recognized corporate practice with meaningful opportunities for professional development and advancement. Choose between Nashville or Chicago while enjoying a flexible hybrid work environment. Work alongside attorneys who are deeply respected for their transactional expertise, client service and business-focused approach. Location: Nashville, TN or Chicago, IL. This is a flexible hybrid opportunity with the ability to work from either office location. Note: Candidates must be 3rd-year attorneys or above with 2+ years of sophisticated corporate transactional experience and 2+ years of M&A deal experience. An active U.S. bar license in good standing, J.D. from an accredited law school and strong academic credentials are required. About Us We are a nationally recognized law firm providing sophisticated corporate, transactional and litigation counsel to leading public and private companies across a wide range of industries. Our team handles complex, high-value matters and works closely with clients to deliver practical, business-focused solutions. Confidential Employer. Job Description Advise public and private companies on sophisticated corporate and transactional matters. Represent clients in mergers, acquisitions, dispositions and other complex M&A transactions. Support private equity firms, portfolio companies and other private companies through significant transactions. Assist public companies with sophisticated corporate and securities matters. Draft, review and negotiate transaction agreements and related corporate documents. Conduct and manage transaction due diligence and help identify and address legal and business risks. Work collaboratively with senior attorneys, clients and other advisors to execute transactions efficiently. Provide thoughtful, commercially focused legal guidance throughout the transaction lifecycle. Potentially support SEC reporting, capital markets and corporate governance matters. Qualifications 3+ years as an associate attorney; 3rd-year attorney or above. 2+ years of sophisticated corporate transactional experience. 2+ years of M&A deal experience. Experience representing private equity firms and/or private companies in sophisticated transactions. Experience with public company M&A is required. J.D. from an accredited law school. Active law license in a U.S. jurisdiction in good standing. Excellent academic credentials. Strong analytical, written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to manage sophisticated transactions and work effectively in a collaborative team environment. SEC reporting, capital markets and/or corporate governance experience is a plus. Why You Will Love Working Here You will work on sophisticated, high-impact transactions alongside attorneys who are recognized for their depth of corporate and M&A expertise. The role offers substantial exposure to complex deals, sophisticated clients and a broad range of industries, while providing the resources and collaborative environment needed to continue developing as a corporate attorney. With hybrid flexibility and offices in both Nashville and Chicago, you can build your career in a setting designed to support both professional growth and long-term success.

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