New York City | Hybrid

Corporate & Private Equity Senior Associate Attorney

AmLaw 100 Opportunity

Compensation

$365,000 – $415,000+

A nationally recognized AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a Corporate & Private Equity Senior Associate Attorney to join its New York office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing private equity sponsors, independent sponsors, portfolio companies, founders, and strategic buyers in sophisticated middle-market and large-cap private equity transactions.

Ideal Background

• 5–7 years of private equity and M&A experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience representing private equity sponsors, independent sponsors, portfolio companies, founders, family offices, and strategic acquirers

• Experience leading acquisitions, mergers, divestitures, recapitalizations, platform investments, add-on acquisitions, and other complex corporate transactions

• Experience drafting and negotiating purchase agreements, merger agreements, operating agreements, equity investment documents, disclosure schedules, and ancillary transaction documents

• Experience managing legal due diligence, transaction structuring, deal execution, closings, and post-closing matters

• Experience coordinating with lenders, management teams, accountants, investment bankers, and multidisciplinary legal teams throughout the transaction lifecycle

• Experience advising clients on corporate governance, general corporate matters, and strategic business initiatives

• Healthcare private equity and independent sponsor transaction experience is a plus

• 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

• New York bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Nationally recognized Private Equity platform

✅ Sophisticated acquisitions and middle-market private equity transactions

✅ Opportunity to represent leading private equity sponsors and portfolio companies throughout the investment lifecycle

✅ Significant client interaction and leadership responsibility on complex deals

✅ Strong mentorship, career development, and business development opportunities

✅ Competitive bonus structure and billable credit for pro bono work

Interested?

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

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's 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.

I'm 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

[email protected]
(216) 710-5174