Houston | Hybrid

Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$260,000 – $390,000+

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

• 3–6 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 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