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Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney


Job Location:

Houston, TX - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 260000 - 390000
Posted: 13 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 10 October 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Houston Hybrid

Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney
AmLaw 50 Opportunity
Compensation

$260000 $390000

A premier global law firm is seeking a Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney to join its Houston office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing public and private companies private equity sponsors portfolio companies and strategic investors in sophisticated domestic and cross-border M&A transactions.

Ideal Background

36 years of corporate transactional or mergers & acquisitions experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

Experience representing public companies privately held companies private equity sponsors portfolio companies strategic buyers and sellers and institutional investors

Experience handling mergers & acquisitions asset purchases stock purchases divestitures joint ventures corporate reorganizations and strategic investments

Experience drafting and negotiating purchase agreements merger agreements joint venture agreements shareholder agreements operating agreements disclosure schedules and other corporate transaction documents

Experience conducting legal due diligence managing transaction workstreams and coordinating multidisciplinary deal teams through closing

Experience advising clients regarding corporate governance and general corporate matters

Experience with private equity transactions cross-border transactions or energy-related M&A is a plus

Strong drafting negotiation analytical organizational and communication skills

Ability to independently manage sophisticated transactions while maintaining significant client interaction

Excellent academic credentials

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

Texas bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

Premier global Corporate & M&A practice

Sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactions

Significant client interaction and deal responsibility

Opportunity to represent Fortune 500 companies private equity sponsors and leading strategic investors

Strong mentorship and professional development

Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment

Interested

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if youre not actively looking or arent sure this opportunity is the right fit lets connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.

Im happy to provide additional information regarding compensation billable expectations partnership track and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries are always welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition



Required Experience:

IC