Private Equity Associate (Associate Attorney)

Job Description

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About the Company

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Our clients New York office is seeking a lateral associate with 3–6 years of experience to join their private equity / corporate practice.

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About the Role

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The ideal candidate will have substantial experience handling M&A and private equity transactions, strong drafting and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage deal work independently in a fast-paced environment. Recent lateral postings in New York for similar roles emphasize midlevel experience, transaction management, and direct client contact.

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Responsibilities

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• Represent private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, and strategic buyers in acquisitions, dispositions, minority investments, recapitalizations, and related corporate transactions.
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• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, disclosure schedules, ancillary documents, equity commitment letters, and other transaction documents.
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• Lead diligence workstreams, coordinate closing processes, and manage deal timelines.
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• Advise clients on corporate governance, structuring, and general business matters.
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• Work closely with partners, clients, lenders, and opposing counsel throughout the transaction.
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• Supervise junior associates and support staff as appropriate.
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Qualifications

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• 3–6 years of relevant experience at a BIG law firm, preferably in private equity, M&A, leveraged finance, or general corporate practice.
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• Strong academic credentials and admission to practice in New York or eligibility for admission.
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• Proven ability to run components of transactions with limited supervision.
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• Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills.
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• A commercial mindset, strong work ethic, and comfort with direct client interaction.
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Required Skills

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• Experience representing private equity sponsors in middle-market or upper-market deals.
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• Familiarity with leveraged buyouts, equity rollovers, and management incentive equity.
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• Exposure to financing transactions or fund-related matters.
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• Prior experience at a large or nationally recognized firm.
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