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Corporate Associate (M&A / Private Equity) - Boston

$235k

Direct Counsel

Corporate Associate M&A / Private Equity

Direct Counsel is representing an AmLaw 100 firm seeking a Corporate Associate with 4+ years of experience to join its sophisticated Private Equity M&A practice. This is an excellent opportunity to take meaningful ownership of transactions from inception through closing while working with sophisticated clients and deal teams.

Key Responsibilities

  • Draft, review, and negotiate acquisition agreements, equity documents, and ancillary transaction documents.
  • Manage due diligence, identify key issues, and incorporate findings into deal strategy and documentation.
  • Support portfolio companies with add-on acquisitions, dispositions, financings, and general corporate matters.
  • Drive deal execution and closings while managing aggressive timelines.
  • Collaborate with tax, finance, benefits, real estate, IP, and litigation specialists.
  • Mentor and supervise junior associates.

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of Private Equity and M&A experience, preferably at a large or sophisticated law firm.
  • Experience managing significant transaction workstreams from inception through closing.
  • Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
  • Comfortable working directly with clients and financial sponsors.
  • Strong academic credentials and JD required.
  • Must be admitted in the jurisdiction where you will practice.

Locations

New York, NY | Boston, MA | Miami, FL | Chicago, IL | Dallas, TX

Compensation

$235,000 $455,000, depending on class year and experience, plus bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Direct Counsel
Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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