Mid-Level M&A Associate Attorney

Key Responsibilities

• Represent private equity sponsors and strategic clients in mergers and acquisitions transactions
• Draft, review, and negotiate acquisition and disposition agreements and related transaction documents
• Manage key aspects of deal execution from due diligence through closing
• Advise clients on transaction structure, risk allocation, and strategic considerations
• Collaborate closely with partners and cross-functional deal teams on complex matters

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• 4–6 years of M&A and private equity transactional experience within a law firm
• Strong experience representing financial sponsors and strategic buyers/sellers
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment
• Strong academic credentials required
• Admission to the Illinois Bar required