Job Overview
A law firm seeks a Corporate M&A Associate Attorney with approximately 3-5 years of experience to join their Corporate Practice Group in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in mergers and acquisitions, with additional general corporate experience considered a plus.
Duties
- Support and manage all phases of middle-market M&A transactions, including due diligence and coordinating closings.
- Draft, review, and negotiate purchase agreements and other corporate documents.
- Assist clients with corporate governance and general business matters.
- Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice areas to provide strategic legal counsel.
- Manage multiple transactions simultaneously with attention to detail and client service.
Requirements
- J.D. from an accredited law school.
- Approximately 3-5 years of M&A experience at a law firm.
- Experience supporting middle-market M&A transactions.
- General corporate law experience is a plus.
- Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage associate-level deal responsibilities with partner oversight.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Admission to practice in at least one applicable jurisdiction (or ability to obtain admission).
Education
J.D. from an accredited law school.
Certifications
Admission to practice in at least one applicable jurisdiction.
Skills
- Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
- Excellent analytical and organizational abilities.
- Effective written and verbal communication.
Benefits
- Meaningful client interaction and sophisticated work.
- Opportunity to build lasting relationships in a supportive environment.