Chicago, IL | Hybrid
Salary: $260,000 - $390,000+
A nationally recognized Am Law 50 firm is seeking a Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with transactional experience who is looking to work on sophisticated mergers and acquisitions, corporate transactions, and strategic business matters for a diverse national client base.
J.D. from an accredited law school
Active Illinois bar admission or ability to become admitted in Illinois
3-4 years of corporate transactional experience
Experience handling mergers and acquisitions transactions is required
Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent academic credentials
Represent clients in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions
Draft and negotiate purchase agreements and related transaction documents
Conduct due diligence and assist with transaction structuring
Coordinate transaction workstreams and manage deal timelines
Advise clients on corporate governance and general business matters
Work directly with clients and senior attorneys on sophisticated transactions
Nationally recognized corporate and M&A practice
Sophisticated middle-market and large-company transactions
Meaningful responsibility and direct client interaction
Strong mentorship and professional development opportunities
Collaborative and entrepreneurial culture
Clear path for long-term growth and advancement
Compensation: Competitive and commensurate with experience
For a confidential discussion, contact:
Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition, LLC
devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
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