Reputable Firm with Structured Career Growth

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Luke Moussalli Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $140,000 - $200,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are a mid-sized, full-service law firm focused on serving privately held businesses, entrepreneurs, and high-net-worth individuals across a wide range of industries. We pride ourselves on delivering sophisticated legal solutions with practical business insight in areas including corporate, litigation, real estate, employment, and estate planning. We foster a collaborative, team-oriented environment where attorneys are encouraged to take ownership, grow their practice, and contribute to our clients’ long-term success.

Why join us?

Structured Career Development Competitive Salary Medical, dental, and vision insurance Life insurance Long-term and short-term disability insurance 401(k) retirement plan with employer match Paid time off (PTO) and holidays Professional development opportunities

Job Details

We are seeking a lateral M&A Associate to join our team, focusing on middle-market transactions and general corporate matters for privately held businesses across a range of industries.

Job Responsibilities:

* Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, operating agreements, and ancillary transaction documents * Conduct and manage legal due diligence and coordinate with clients and third parties * Advise on deal structure, risk allocation, and closing mechanics * Provide day-to-day counsel on corporate governance, entity formation, and commercial contracts * Support senior attorneys in managing timelines and ensuring successful deal execution * Communicate directly with clients, advisors, and opposing counsel

Qualifications:

* J.D. and licensed to practice in Illinois * 3–10 years of M&A and corporate experience, preferably in a law firm setting * Familiarity with private company transactions, diligence processes, and contract drafting * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail under transaction-driven timelines * Excellent communication and client service orientation * Comfortable meeting a 1800-hour annual billable requirement with one remote workday per week

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