Sr. Associate Corporate (Mergers & Acquisitions / Private Equity

Associate — Corporate (Mergers & Acquisitions / Private Equity — Senior Level)
Location: Los Angeles
Practice: Mergers & Acquisitions / Private Equity
Experience: Minimum 5 years
Type: Full-Time

Direct Counsel represents an Amlaw 100 firm seeking a highly qualified Senior Corporate Associate to join its Mergers & Acquisitions / Private Equity Practice in the Los Angeles office. This is an excellent opportunity to work on sophisticated, high-value transactions alongside a market-leading team advising global businesses and investors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on complex M&A and private equity transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and other strategic deals.

• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, joint venture agreements, and ancillary contracts.

• Lead due diligence processes and provide analysis on corporate structures and risk assessment.

• Work closely with partners and senior leadership on deal strategy and execution.

• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, with opportunities for increased leadership and responsibility.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in mergers & acquisitions and/or private equity.

• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.

• Excellent academic credentials.

• Ability to manage multiple complex transactions simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.

• Admission to the California Bar, or eligibility to practice in California.