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Private Equity Attorney (Boston)

DLA Piper LLP
Boston, Massachusetts, US
Full-time

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Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.

Summary

DLA Piper is seeking attorneys with a demonstrated interest in transactional work to join our Private Equity practice as part of our Professional Track Attorney program in our Boston office.

This is a position which will allow you to work on client projects across cutting-edge practices, industries and borders.

As part of this program, you will be immediately integrated into a practice group and be part of a team.

Your day will involve acting as the attorney primarily responsible for diligence on M&A transactions, supporting leveraged buy-out transactions in all facets, and representing clients in connection with daily matters including equity grants and corporate governance matters.

Strong performance in this role can, and although not guaranteed often does, lead to promotion and / or other varied experiences within the practice that will add to your skill set and build your base of client work.

Education

Bar Admission

Admitted to practice in Massachusetts

Responsibilities

  • These expectations include, but are not limited to, the lawyer’s ability to :
  • Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with partners, lawyers, clients, staff, and third parties;
  • Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner, meeting all deadlines and expectations;
  • Analyze complex legal issues in a logical manner, applying legal principles and research to specific facts;
  • Provide timely, accurate, and well-reasoned work product;
  • Be available whenever needed to ensure timely delivery of services, including during business hours, evenings, and weekends;
  • Apply sustained and intense concentration for extended periods of time;
  • Work under pressure to meet deadlines and perform to the satisfaction of clients and colleagues;
  • Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing;
  • participating in telephonic conferences; and participating in meetings at client offices and at the Firm;
  • Travel, as required by the Firm or client, such as to client meetings, to engage in advocacy before a tribunal or government agency, or to participate in business development activities;
  • Foster relationships and anticipate clients’ needs to achieve continued engagement;
  • Mentor and supervise junior lawyers and staff;
  • Observe all Firm policies and practices, as may be in effect from time to time.

Experience

  • Minimum 3 years of transactional law experience.
  • Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 law firm or SEC experience.

Job Competencies & Desired Skills

  • Strong analytical and writing skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Good business judgment
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively and independently
  • Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
  • Research and problem-solving skills
  • Conceptual thinking
  • Ability to influence others
  • Persuasive communication
  • Management skills

Essential Job Expectations

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to :

  • Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;
  • Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;
  • Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;
  • Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;
  • Foster positive work relationships;
  • Comply with all firm policies and practices;
  • Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing;
  • b) participating in digital / virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;
  • Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment;
  • Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.
  • Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.

Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Other Requirements

Sedentary work : Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and / or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment

Hybrid with some in-office expectations.

Application Process

Please apply online if you are a direct applicant. Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email.

If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process or if you have any questions about the process, please contact legalrecruiting-bos@us.

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Search Firms

Per the terms of our agreement, all candidates must be submitted through the firm’s agency portal for consideration. If you have an agreement with the firm, please log in to the agency portal.

If you do not have an agreement with us and would like us to consider candidates, please send a blind candidate profile to [email protected].

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DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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