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M&A Associate Attorney (Multi Office) - Sr.

M&A Associate Attorney (Multi Office) - Sr.

Pernini Legal, LLCPalo Alto, CA, US
24 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Quick Apply
Job description

MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - SENIOR

Multiple Locations : New York, NY | San Francisco, CA | Palo Alto, CA | Seattle, WA

A leading AmLaw 50 firm is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney to join its dynamic Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Practice Group . This is an exciting opportunity to work on some of the most sophisticated and high-profile M&A transactions in the technology and life sciences sectors, advising both public and private companies on strategic deals of global impact.

Candidate Profile

  • JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
  • Active Bar Admission in the relevant jurisdiction , in good standing
  • 6–8 years of substantive experience handling public and private company M&A and other strategic transactions
  • Experience serving as a lead associate on M&A transactions , including heading the M&A team and supervising junior associates
  • Demonstrated ability to draft definitive transaction agreements and manage due diligence , disclosure letters , and closing processes
  • Highly proficient in leading negotiations with transaction counterparties, managing client relationships , and collaborating across practice groups
  • Prior AmLaw or similarly sophisticated law firm experience preferred
  • Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills, as well as strong leadership abilities

Key Responsibilities

  • Represent tech and life sciences clients in strategic M&A transactions
  • Lead the deal team through negotiations with counterparties and the structuring and execution of complex transactions
  • Draft and review transaction documents , including definitive agreements, disclosure letters, and closing deliverables
  • Supervise junior associates and oversee process management across all phases of a deal
  • Collaborate with attorneys across practices to provide comprehensive legal counsel to clients
  • Manage client relationships through responsive and solution-oriented service
  • Why Join Us?

    This is a premier opportunity to take on a significant role within a nationally-recognized M&A team that handles market-leading transactions for some of the most innovative companies in the world . Associates here gain direct exposure to clients, mentorship from top M&A practitioners, opportunities for leadership development, and the ability to take on significant responsibility from day one. With a culture that emphasizes collaboration, excellence, and professional growth, this role offers the ideal platform to expand your knowledge, build on your sophisticated M&A practice, and accelerate your career trajectory .

    Compensation & Benefits

  • Competitive Salary : $390,000 – $435,000 , commensurate with experience
  • Discretionary merit bonus eligibility
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package : Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid parental leave; 401(k) plan; HSA with firm contribution; FSAs; back-up child care; and commuter benefits
  • Additional Perks : Family-building benefits (IVF, adoption, surrogacy, and egg freezing), wellness reimbursements, behavioral health support, and pet insurance, among others
  • Application Requirements

    Interested candidates should submit a cover letter , resume , law school transcript , and deal sheet / list of representative transactions for consideration.

    Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

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