Partner - Established International Law Firm

Location: Boston, MA or Los Angeles, CA

Compensation: $200,000–$400,000+ base salary, plus performance-based incentives

Practice Area: Corporate Law, Mergers & Acquisitions, Private Equity, Venture Capital

Position Type: Full-Time | Partner-Level

About the Opportunity

Ambassador Recruiting Services has partnered with an established international law firm seeking accomplished Corporate M&A attorneys to join and expand its U.S. practice.

This opportunity is ideal for an entrepreneurial attorney with a strong transactional background, established client relationships, and an interest in building a practice within a collaborative, growth-oriented environment.

The firm offers the infrastructure and international reach of an established legal platform, combined with the autonomy, flexibility, and economic opportunities often associated with smaller, entrepreneurial firms.

Incoming Partners will have the opportunity to expand an existing client portfolio, develop new business, lead complex transactions, and contribute to the strategic growth of the firm. Opportunities may also exist to bring an established team or build a new practice group.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex corporate transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and related strategic matters
• Advise public and privately held companies, founders, investors, and business owners on transactional and corporate legal matters
• Develop, maintain, and expand meaningful client relationships
• Originate new business while identifying opportunities to grow existing client engagements
• Collaborate with attorneys across complementary practice areas and international offices
• Mentor junior attorneys and contribute to practice development and team growth
• Provide strategic counsel throughout the transaction lifecycle, from initial structuring and negotiation through closing

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Approximately 8–15+ years of relevant legal experience, with a strong background in corporate transactions and M&A
• Demonstrated experience leading or co-leading complex transactions, ideally involving deal values of $100 million or more
• Established client relationships and a demonstrated ability to develop and retain business
• An existing or emerging portable book of business, ideally approaching or exceeding $1 million annually; candidates with smaller books and strong business development potential will also be considered
• Experience representing buyers, sellers, investors, or operating companies in sophisticated transactions
• Strong business acumen, leadership capabilities, and an entrepreneurial mindset
• Active law practice and good standing with the applicable bar
• Admission in Massachusetts or California preferred; candidates eligible for admission may also be considered
• Ability to provide representative transaction experience through a deal sheet or comparable professional materials

Experience involving private equity, venture capital, securities, technology, life sciences, or other complementary corporate practice areas is welcome.

Established Partners, junior Partners, and accomplished senior attorneys approaching partnership are encouraged to explore the opportunity.

Compensation and Benefits

The firm offers a flexible compensation structure designed to recognize individual experience, client relationships, business generation, and long-term growth potential.

• Base salary ranging from $200,000 to $400,000+, depending on qualifications, practice experience, and portable business
• Individually negotiated origination, collection, and performance-based incentives
• Opportunities for increased economic participation as a practice grows
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Disability insurance and commuter benefits

Specific compensation arrangements are evaluated individually based on the candidate's experience, business portfolio, and anticipated contribution to the firm.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

Entrepreneurial Autonomy: Enjoy meaningful flexibility in developing client relationships, building your practice, and pursuing new business opportunities

Compelling Economics: Explore a compensation structure that rewards business generation, client retention, and practice growth

Established International Platform: Leverage an established firm's resources, cross-border capabilities, and complementary legal practices

Opportunity to Build: Expand an existing practice, develop a new practice area, or potentially transition with colleagues and support staff

Collaborative Environment: Join a firm that values professional relationships, mentorship, innovation, and long-term client success

Location Flexibility: Opportunities are available in Boston and Los Angeles, with flexibility regarding office arrangements and relocation timelines for qualified candidates

Confidential Inquiries

We recognize that exploring a lateral Partner opportunity requires discretion, particularly for attorneys with established client relationships and ongoing matters.

All initial conversations with Ambassador Recruiting Services will be handled confidentially. Interested candidates are welcome to begin with an exploratory discussion before sharing detailed practice or financial information.

To learn more, apply through Ambassador Recruiting Services or contact our recruiting team for a confidential conversation.