Washington, DC | Hybrid

Private Equity M&A (Asset Management) Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$260,000 – $390,000+

A premier global law firm is seeking a Private Equity M&A (Asset Management) Associate Attorney to join its Washington, DC office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing private equity sponsors, asset managers, investment firms, and institutional investors in sophisticated M&A and strategic investment transactions.

Ideal Background

• 3+ years of corporate transactional experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Strong experience representing asset managers, private equity sponsors, investment firms, and institutional investors in mergers & acquisitions and strategic transactions

• Experience handling asset management M&A transactions, with GP stakes transactions strongly preferred

• Experience advising clients on mergers & acquisitions, leveraged recapitalizations, growth equity investments, venture capital financings, liquidity events, and strategic acquisitions

• Experience drafting and negotiating purchase agreements, merger agreements, equity purchase agreements, operating agreements, shareholder agreements, and related transaction documents

• Experience managing sophisticated transactions from due diligence through closing while coordinating multidisciplinary deal teams

• Experience advising clients regarding equity compensation, corporate governance, and general corporate matters is preferred

• 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

• DC bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Premier global Private Equity & Asset Management practice

✅ Sophisticated M&A and strategic investment transactions

✅ Significant client interaction and deal responsibility

✅ Opportunity to represent leading private equity sponsors, investment managers, and institutional 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