Corporate & Private Equity Partner

About the role

Nelson Mullins is seeking a Corporate & Private Equity Partner with 8 - 15 years of sophisticated transactional experience to join its Corporate and Private Equity Team. The position is flexible within our office footprint, with a preference for Atlanta, Charlotte, Miami/Boca, or DC. Candidates must be admitted and in good standing in the state where they practice.

Responsibilities

• Represent private equity funds, portfolio companies, and corporate clients in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions.
• Draft, negotiate, and manage purchase agreements, LLC agreements, and related transaction documents.
• Conduct and supervise due diligence reviews and coordinate transaction closings.
• Advises clients on corporate governance matters, ownership structures, and ongoing business operations.
• Works directly with clients, investment professionals, lenders, accountants, and opposing counsel throughout the transaction lifecycle.
• Collaborates with attorneys across multiple practice groups to provide comprehensive legal solutions to clients.

Requirements

• Significant experience handling M&A transactions and private equity investments.
• Experience representing sponsors, portfolio companies, founders, management teams, or strategic buyers.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and client counseling skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple transactions and work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent academic credentials and written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

• 6-15 years of meaningful corporate and transactional experience at a law firm or comparable legal environment.

Skills

• High emotional intelligence.
• Collegial and collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Compensation range: $350K - $650K, depending on the size of the historical and portable book of business.
• Additional bonus opportunities are also possible.