Corporate M&A/Private Equity - Of Counsel; AM Law
Listed on 2026-02-06
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Law/Legal
Business Law, Legal Counsel, Intellectual Property, Financial Law
Location: New York
Corporate M&A/Private Equity - Of Counsel (AM Law 100)
Corporate M&A/Private Equity - Of Counsel (AM Law 100) - New York, NY
Firm:
A leading AM Law 100 firm with over 1,500 attorneys across 20+ offices. Renowned for excellence in high-stakes litigation, corporate transactions, and regulatory matters, their Corporate Practice Group is a market leader in delivering innovative and strategic solutions for complex M&A and private equity transactions. They represent Fortune 500 companies, leading private equity funds, and high-growth enterprises across industries such as technology, healthcare, financial services, and energy.
Role:
The successful candidate will provide strategic legal counsel to clients on sophisticated transactions, including acquisitions, divestitures, leveraged buyouts, fund formations, and recapitalizations.
Responsibilities:
- Transaction Leadership:
Advise clients on structuring, negotiating, and executing complex M&A and private equity transactions, including cross-border deals, joint ventures, and restructurings. - Client Counseling:
Serve as a trusted advisor to private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, and corporate clients on deal strategy, due diligence, and regulatory compliance (e.g., Hart-Scott-Rodino Act, CFIUS). - Contract Drafting and Negotiation:
Prepare and negotiate key transaction documents, such as purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, financing documents, and operating agreements.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
Active membership in good standing with the bar of New York.
10+ years of relevant experience in corporate law, with a focus on M&A and/or private equity at a reputable law firm.
- Base Salary: $450,000+, commensurate with experience.
- Additional Compensation:
Annual performance-based bonus. - Benefits Package:
Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match program, vacation and sick time, paid holidays, and professional development/career growth programs.
How to Apply:
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Chris Mc Farland
Liberty Personnel Services
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