Corporate Associate Attorney, Mergers & Acquisitions

Location: New York, NY / Massachusetts / Washington, DC / Florida / Rhode Island / Other US Offices

Salary: Competitive

Experience: 5–7 Years

Advert Code: MLFS209

A highly regarded, growth-focused law firm is seeking a mid-level Corporate Associate (5–7 years’ experience) to join its expanding transactional practice. This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious attorney looking to work on sophisticated, market-leading transactions alongside a collaborative team of accomplished corporate lawyers.

This role is designed for attorneys who thrive in fast-paced deal environments and want meaningful responsibility on complex transactions from day one.

The Opportunity

The successful candidate will advise clients across a broad spectrum of corporate transactions, with a strong emphasis on mergers and acquisitions, while also gaining exposure to high-value strategic matters across private equity, venture financings, joint ventures, capital markets, and corporate governance.

You will take a lead role in managing transactions through the full deal lifecycle, from structuring and drafting through negotiation and closing, while working directly with clients, senior attorneys, and business stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions
• Draft, review, and negotiate key transaction documents, including purchase agreements, merger agreements, operating agreements, and disclosure schedules
• Manage transaction processes from initial term sheets through closing
• Advise on private equity investments, venture debt and equity financings, and strategic joint ventures
• Support broader corporate governance and general corporate matters
• Coordinate diligence processes and oversee transaction timelines
• Collaborate across practice groups on complex, cross-disciplinary matters

Ideal Candidate Profile

• JD required from an accredited law school
• 5–7 years of corporate transactional experience in a law firm environment
• Strong background in mergers & acquisitions, including both buy-side and sell-side transactions
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and transactional management skills
• Strong analytical, writing, and communication abilities
• Proven ability to handle complex matters with precision and commercial awareness
• Licensed and in good standing in the jurisdiction where you intend to practice

Why Consider This Role?

This position offers the opportunity to join a sophisticated corporate platform with a strong deal flow, a supportive team culture, and genuine opportunities for long-term career progression. Attorneys here benefit from meaningful client contact, hands-on responsibility, and mentorship from experienced dealmakers in a collaborative environment.

The firm offers a modern hybrid working model, balancing flexibility with in-person collaboration to support both professional development and work-life integration.

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