M&A Associate (San Francisco)

Summary DLA Piper is seeking an associate to join its growing Corporate M&A group in the San Francisco office. The ideal candidate will have experience executing merger and acquisition transactions for private and public companies. Some exposure to capital markets matters, such as public offerings, SEC reporting, or related securities work, or growth equity, corporate venture capital and other investor‑side EGVC, may be involved in this position. Candidates should have relevant law firm experience, a commitment to mastering M&A and the other areas of their practice in a dynamic and high‑stakes environment, and strong academic credentials from nationally recognized institutions. Responsibilities Legal Research: Conduct thorough and comprehensive legal research and analysis to support transaction preparation and strategy. Legal Writing: Draft well‑written, error‑free, and reasoned legal documents, including memos, contracts, and correspondence. Transaction Assistance and Management: Assist/Manage a variety of complex transactions from inception to resolution including preparing for trials, negotiations, settlements, closings, and other legal activities while continuously demonstrating strong judgment. Internal/External Client Interaction: Build, maintain, and cultivate strong internal and external client relationships by providing support, regular updates, advice, and addressing concerns promptly and with the utmost professionalism. Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other lawyers and business professionals to support and develop innovative transaction strategies to achieve the most favorable outcomes for internal and external clients. Attend, support, and participate in high‑level legal activities including client calls and meetings, negotiations, etc. Compliance: Ensure rigorous compliance with legal standards and regulations, staying abreast of changes in law and legal precedents. Professional Development: Proactively seek out and participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance legal knowledge, practice technology, management, and leadership skills. Firm Citizenship and Community Involvement: Engage in and contribute to firm programs and initiatives, civic and professional organizations, pro bono work by providing legal assistance to underserved and underrepresented communities. Desired Skills Excellent written and verbal communication abilities. Strong research, analytical and problem‑solving skills. Attention to detail. Good business and professional judgment. Excellent organizational skills. Ability to work collaboratively and independently. Conceptual thinking. Persuasive communication. Management skills. Minimum Education JD Degree from an accredited law school. Certifications Admitted to practice in the state of California. Minimum Years of Experience 1‑3 years of corporate experience. Direct and applicable AmLaw100 firm experience preferred. Essential Job Expectations While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, certain universal requirements are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to: effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties; produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner; provide timely, accurate, and quality work product; successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required; foster positive work relationships; comply with all firm policies and practices; engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on‑screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed; ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast‑paced environment; perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned. Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people. Physical Demands Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met. Work Environment Hybrid - Regular in‑office presence with some flexibility for work‑from‑home. Disclaimer The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at‑will nature of employment. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr DLA Piper