Public Companies M&A Associate Attorney

New York

Permanent

$240,000 - $400,000 USD a year

Private Practice

PR/558814_1791837996

A leading law firm is seeking a Public Companies M&A Associate with 3+ years of experience to join its nationally recognized Corporate practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney interested in advising public company clients on complex domestic and cross-border transactions, securities matters, and corporate governance issues while working alongside a collaborative and sophisticated deal team.

The ideal candidate will have experience representing public and private companies in merger and acquisition transactions and advising clients on SEC reporting, disclosure obligations, and corporate governance matters.

Responsibilities

Represent public company clients in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and other strategic transactions.
Draft, review, and negotiate transaction agreements and ancillary deal documents.
Advise clients on securities law compliance, SEC reporting obligations, and disclosure matters.
Assist with proxy statements, tender offers, exchange offers, and other public company transactions.
Counsel boards of directors and senior management on corporate governance and fiduciary duty matters.
Conduct legal due diligence and manage transaction execution.
Coordinate with specialists across tax, executive compensation, antitrust, finance, and other practice groups.
Maintain direct client contact and assist in developing strategic solutions to complex legal and business issues.

Qualifications

J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
Active bar admission in the state where the candidate will practice.
3+ years of experience in public company M&A, securities, and/or corporate transactions at a leading law firm.
Experience drafting and negotiating principal transaction documents.
Familiarity with SEC reporting requirements, Exchange Act compliance, and corporate governance matters.
Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple transactions and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

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