Corporate M&A Mid-Level Associate Attorney - Multiple Locations

CORPORATE M&A ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Locations : New York, NY | Seattle, WA | CA (Silicon Valley, San Francisco, Santa Monica) | Boston, MA

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Are you an experienced M&A attorney looking to work with some of the most innovative technology and life sciences companies in the world?

Our client, a top-tier AmLaw 100 firm, is seeking a Mid-Level Corporate Associate Attorney to join their dynamic team in Silicon Valley , San Francisco , Santa Monica , New York , Boston , or Seattle . This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile transactions, including strategic acquisitions for industry leaders and successful exits for emerging unicorns.

Candidate Profile :

JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.

Bar admission in the relevant jurisdiction , or eligibility to sit for / waive into the next bar exam .

3–5 years of substantive experience in M&A at a leading corporate law firm .

Strong deal execution experience, including due diligence, negotiations, and drafting transaction documents.

Ability to manage complex transactions and work effectively with clients and opposing counsel.

Experience or interest in working with technology and life sciences companies is a plus .

Key Responsibilities :

Represent clients in domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, joint ventures, and strategic investments.

Draft, negotiate, and review transactional documents, including purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, and due diligence reports.

Advise clients on corporate governance, securities laws, and other regulatory matters related to M&A.

Collaborate with teams across the firm, including specialists in tax, intellectual property, and regulatory law.

Maintain strong client relationships and provide strategic legal counsel to startups, emerging growth companies, and Fortune 500 corporations.

Why Join Us?

This is a chance to be part of a globally recognized M&A practice, recently named Technology M&A Law Firm of the Year and ranked Tier 1 in middle-market M&A by The Legal 500 . The firm has regularly appeared in the highest tiers of Chambers USA , Vault Law 100 , and Global 200 rankings, as well as the top 15 list in The American Lawyer’s Diversity Scorecard .

Fostering a collaborative and entrepreneurial culture, providing associates with hands-on experience, direct client engagement, and significant career development opportunities is a priority to them. With a strong commitment to mentorship, professional growth, and a dynamic work environment, this is an excellent platform for attorneys looking to develop their expertise.

Compensation & Benefits :

Competitive Compensation : includes a salary ranging from $260,000 to $310,000 (determined by experience and market factors), along with opportunities to earn a discretionary performance-based bonus .

Comprehensive Benefits Package : includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life, and long-term care insurance, backup childcare, 401(k) plan, paid holidays, time off, and professional development resources. Additional perks include pet insurance, dependent care spending accounts, banking services, discounts for amusement parks and vacation-related expenses, onsite car detailing, dry cleaning, and onsite massage therapy, among others.

Application Requirements :

Ready to take the next step in your career? Submit your resume , cover letter including your preferred office location , law school transcript , and deal sheet today.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer .