Associate - Corporate - Mergers & Acquisitions / Private Equity - Orange County

Associate - Corporate - Mergers & Acquisitions / Private Equity - Orange County at Direct Counsel summary :

This role is for a corporate associate specializing in mergers and acquisitions and private equity, requiring a minimum of 2 years experience. The associate will handle complex buy-side and sell-side transactions for private equity firms and strategic buyers, working within a fast-paced Am Law 100 firm environment. Strong analytical, drafting, negotiation, and client service skills are essential, with multiple transaction management responsibilities.

Associate - Corporate - Mergers & Acquisitions / Private Equity

Direct Counsel is representing an Am Law 100 firm seeking a highly qualified associate to join its Mergers & Acquisitions / Private Equity Practice in one of the following offices : Boston, Houston, Los Angeles, Orange County

Position Overview :

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions and / or private equity and will join as a 3rd through 5th-year associate. This role requires strong analytical skills, a commitment to client service, and the ability to work on complex corporate transactions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications :

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions and / or private equity
• Experience working on buy-side and sell-side transactions for private equity firms and strategic buyers
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple transactions and deadlines simultaneously
• Excellent academic credentials and professional references

Submission Requirements :

To be considered, candidates must submit the following :

This is a unique opportunity to join a prestigious firm with a strong corporate practice. Interested candidates should apply with the required documents for immediate consideration.

Keywords :

mergers and acquisitions, private equity, corporate transactions, buy-side transactions, sell-side transactions, legal associate, transaction management, contract drafting, negotiation, client service