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Sr. Associate Corporate (Mergers & Acquisitions / Private Equity

Direct Counsel

Job Description

Job Description

Associate — Corporate (Mergers & Acquisitions / Private Equity — Senior Level)
Location: Los Angeles
Practice: Mergers & Acquisitions / Private Equity
Experience: Minimum 5 years
Type: Full-Time

Direct Counsel represents an Amlaw 100 firm seeking a highly qualified Senior Corporate Associate to join its Mergers & Acquisitions / Private Equity Practice in the Los Angeles office. This is an excellent opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-value transactions alongside a market-leading team advising global businesses and investors.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Advise clients on complex M&A and private equity transactions , including acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and other strategic deals.

  • Draft, review, and negotiate purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, joint venture agreements, and ancillary contracts .

  • Lead due diligence processes and provide analysis on corporate structures and risk assessment.

  • Work closely with partners and senior leadership on deal strategy and execution .

  • Develop and maintain strong client relationships, with opportunities for increased leadership and responsibility.

Qualifications:
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in mergers & acquisitions and/or private equity.

  • Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills .

  • Excellent academic credentials.

  • Ability to manage multiple complex transactions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

  • Admission to the California Bar , or eligibility to practice in California.

Vacancy posted a month ago
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