Senior Private Equity & Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney

Chicago Hybrid

$415000 $425000

A premier national law firm is seeking a Senior Private Equity & Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing private equity sponsors portfolio companies emerging managers and strategic investors in sophisticated middle-market and upper-middle-market transactions.

6 years of private equity mergers & acquisitions or corporate transactional experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

Experience representing private equity sponsors portfolio companies strategic buyers and sellers independent sponsors and institutional investors

Experience leading leveraged buyouts acquisitions dispositions recapitalizations growth equity investments minority investments and going-private transactions

Experience drafting and negotiating purchase agreements merger agreements equity investment documents operating agreements and related transaction documentation

Experience managing transaction teams coordinating due diligence and overseeing transactions from letter of intent through closing

Experience advising clients regarding corporate governance entity formation and ongoing business matters

Experience with private equity fund formation venture capital growth equity mezzanine funds real estate funds or emerging manager representations is preferred

Strong drafting negotiation analytical organizational and communication skills

Ability to independently lead sophisticated transactions while maintaining significant client interaction

Excellent academic credentials

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

Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Nationally recognized private equity platform

Exposure to sophisticated sponsor-backed transactions across the full investment lifecycle

Opportunity to represent leading private equity sponsors portfolio companies and emerging managers

Significant client interaction and deal leadership opportunities

Strong mentorship and partnership potential

Collaborative AmLaw 100 environment consistently recognized by PitchBook Bloomberg Mergermarket and Refinitiv

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