Atlanta | Hybrid

Project Finance & Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney

AmLaw 100 Opportunity

Compensation

$235,000 – $390,000+

A premier global law firm is seeking a Project Finance & Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney to join its Atlanta office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing developers, sponsors, lenders, investors, utilities, and infrastructure companies in sophisticated project development, project finance, and M&A transactions.

Ideal Background

• 3+ years of project finance, infrastructure, energy, mergers & acquisitions, or corporate transactional experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Experience representing developers, sponsors, lenders, investors, utilities, private equity funds, and infrastructure companies

• Experience handling project finance transactions, acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and strategic investments

• Experience drafting and negotiating purchase agreements, financing documents, credit agreements, joint venture agreements, development agreements, and other complex transaction documents

• Experience managing transactions from due diligence through closing

• Experience with renewable energy, conventional energy, infrastructure, transportation, utilities, or large-scale development projects 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

• Georgia bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Premier global Project Finance & Infrastructure practice

✅ Sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactions

✅ Exposure to high-profile energy and infrastructure projects

✅ Significant client interaction and deal responsibility

✅ 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