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M&A Private Equity Attorney

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Run sponsor-side transactions end-to-end. Draft, negotiate, and lead core workstreams across buyouts, add-ons, minority/growth investments, venture rounds, recapitalizations, exits, and executive equity.

BigLaw salary PLUS full end of year bonus + signing bonus if you start before the end of the year.

What you’ll do:
  • Run PE/M&A workstreams with direct client contact.
  • Draft/negotiate SPAs, merger and rollover docs, equity and incentive plans, key ancillaries.
  • Own diligence, closings, and counterparty/advisor coordination.
What you bring:
  • 3+ years at a leading firm in PE/M&A or growth/VC.
  • Proven independent ownership within a team.
  • Strong business judgment and crisp writing/speaking.
  • CA bar or eligibility (next exam/waiver).
Why this platform:
  • AmLaw 25 firm
  • National PE/growth footprint with real document ownership and sponsor exposure.
  • High deal velocity, structured training, clear advancement.
How to Apply:

Apply here or email View email address on click.appcast.io / DM to schedule a confidential intro call.

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