Minneapolis | Hybrid

Private Business Associate Attorney

AmLaw 100 Opportunity

Compensation

$235,000 – $365,000+

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a Private Business Associate Attorney to join its Minneapolis office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing privately held businesses, family-owned companies, entrepreneurs, private equity sponsors, and business owners in sophisticated corporate and transactional matters.

Ideal Background

• 3–6 years of corporate transactional, business, or M&A experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience representing privately held companies, closely held businesses, family-owned businesses, founders, entrepreneurs, private equity sponsors, and institutional investors

• Experience handling mergers & acquisitions, business formations, ownership transitions, corporate reorganizations, equity financings, and strategic transactions

• Experience drafting and negotiating purchase agreements, operating agreements, shareholder agreements, partnership agreements, buy-sell agreements, and other corporate governance documents

• Experience advising clients regarding corporate governance, succession planning, business operations, commercial contracts, and general corporate matters

• Experience managing sophisticated transactions from due diligence through closing

• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, organizational, and communication skills

• Ability to independently manage client matters while maintaining significant client interaction

• Excellent academic credentials

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

• Minnesota bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Nationally recognized Corporate & Private Business practice

✅ Sophisticated transactional and business advisory work

✅ Significant client interaction and responsibility

✅ Opportunity to advise entrepreneurs, closely held businesses, and private equity-backed companies throughout their business lifecycle

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative AmLaw 100 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