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Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney

Aligned Talent Acquisition

Job Description

Job Description

Chicago | Hybrid

Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney AmLaw 200 Opportunity Compensation

$235,000 – $390,000+

A highly respected national law firm is seeking a Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing public and private companies, private equity sponsors, and strategic investors in sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactions.

Ideal Background

3–6 years of mergers & acquisitions or corporate transactional experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience representing public companies, privately held companies, private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, and strategic buyers and sellers

• Experience handling mergers, acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, recapitalizations, and other strategic corporate transactions

• Experience drafting and negotiating purchase agreements, merger agreements, disclosure schedules, shareholder agreements, operating agreements, and related transaction documentation

• Experience conducting and managing legal due diligence and coordinating transactions from letter of intent through closing

• Experience advising clients regarding corporate governance, entity formation, and general corporate matters

• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated transactions while maintaining significant client interaction

• Excellent academic credentials

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

Sophisticated national M&A platform

Exposure to complex middle-market and upper-middle-market transactions

Significant client interaction and responsibility

Opportunity to represent public companies, private equity sponsors, and strategic investors

Strong mentorship and professional development

Collaborative AmLaw 200 environment

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

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Vacancy posted 2 days ago
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