Job Description
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY – MERGERS & ACQUISITIONS
Mergers & Acquisitions/Corporate Finance Practice Group
Location :Atlanta, GA
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Our client, a nationally recognized AmLaw 100 law firm, is seeking a highly motivated mid-level Associate Attorney to join its Mergers & Acquisitions and Corporate Finance practice in Atlanta. This is an exceptional opportunity to work within a sophisticated, fast-paced transactional group that handles complex domestic and cross-border M&A matters, with a strong emphasis on private equity transactions and private-company acquisitions. The role offers significant client exposure, responsibility, and the chance to collaborate with seasoned deal professionals on high-value transactions.
Candidate Profile
- JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
- Active Bar Admission in Georgia, in good standing
- 4–6 years of substantive experience handling mergers and acquisitions and complex corporate transactions
- Sophisticated law firm experience advising on complex M&A and corporate finance matters
- Strong experience managing private equity transactions and private-target M&A
- Proven ability to manage complex deal timelines, coordinate with subject matter experts and junior team members, and oversee transaction workflows from diligence through closing
- Experience drafting and negotiating equity and asset purchase agreements, disclosure schedules, and ancillary transaction documents
- Extensive experience conducting, analyzing, and summarizing legal due diligence
- Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to interact effectively with clients, investment bankers, and other external advisors
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong analytical abilities, and the capacity to distill complex legal issues into practical, actionable advice
- Demonstrated ownership mentality, strong work ethic, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a demanding environment
Key Responsibilities
- Represent clients in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic corporate transactions, with a focus on private equity-sponsored deals
- Manage all phases of M&A transactions, including structuring, diligence, drafting, negotiation, and closing
- Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, ancillary agreements, and transaction documentation
- Lead and coordinate legal due diligence efforts, including supervising junior attorneys and synthesizing findings for clients
- Serve as a key point of contact for clients and external advisors throughout the transaction lifecycle
- Collaborate with attorneys across corporate, tax, finance, and regulatory disciplines to deliver integrated legal solutions
Why Join Us?
This opportunity offers the chance to join a highly respected M&A practice known for handling sophisticated, market-leading transactions across industries. Associates gain meaningful responsibility early, benefit from a collaborative and relationship-driven culture, and work closely with partners who are deeply invested in professional development and mentorship. The firm provides an environment where attorneys are empowered to grow their practices while delivering exceptional client service on complex, high-impact deals.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive Salary: Commensurate with experience, class year and market factors
- Eligibility for the firm's generous bonus structure
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; life insurance; retirement plans; flexible time off; paid parental leave; paid holidays; and additional wellness and professional development benefits
Application Requirements
Ready to take the next step in your career? Submit your cover letter, resume, and law school transcript today!
Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Atlanta, GA |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 50 to 99 employees |
| Year Founded | 2002 |
| Website | https://www.gablessearch.com/ |
About Company
Gables Search Group headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio has been a leader in search and placement nationwide since 2002. Our company specializes in both direct and contract (temporary) staffing in all industries and disciplines.
At Gables Search Group, we connect exceptional professionals with outstanding organizations. Our commitment to integrity, excellence, partnership, innovation, and respect sets us apart. With a personalized approach to recruitment, we ensure the perfect match between candidates and employers.
Whether you are a talented professional seeking new opportunities or an organization looking to build a high-performing team, Gables Search Group is here to guide you through the journey. Our success is built on the success of our clients and candidates, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the careers and businesses we serve.
Skills
- Analysis Skillsunmatched
- Attorneyunmatched
- Business Strategyunmatched
- Communication Skillsunmatched
- Contract Negotiationunmatched
- Corporate Financeunmatched
- Corporate Taxunmatched
- Customer Relationsunmatched
- Detail Orientedunmatched
- Documentationunmatched
- Due Diligenceunmatched
- Financial Regulationsunmatched
- Legalunmatched
- Mergers and Acquisitionsunmatched
- Multitaskingunmatched
- Negotiation Skillsunmatched
- Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
- Private Fundingunmatched
- Reconciliationunmatched
- Retirement Planunmatched
- Transaction Processing/Managementunmatched
- Writing Skillsunmatched
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