Associate, Shareholder Activism

White & Case LLP • New York, NY

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About The Position

The Associate, Shareholder Activism role is part of White & Case’s globally recognized Mergers & Acquisitions Practice, which advises clients on complex public and private M&A transactions. At this level, the associate handles legal tasks requiring a strong understanding of laws related to transactional specialisms. Under partner supervision and alongside senior colleagues, the associate represents clients, supports negotiations, conducts in-depth research, helps resolve legal matters, and may provide substantial client-management support.

The position involves supporting transaction preparation and due diligence, contributing to transaction strategy, coordinating transaction processes, and managing case files and deadlines. The associate develops expertise in transactional law and may coordinate or coach more junior lawyers. The role reports to a Partner.

Requirements

• Solid experience in a specialized area of law, typically with 3–5 years of practice post qualification.
• Experience handling complex legal tasks and contributing to the resolution of key legal matters.
• Excellent research, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Solid communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Support transaction preparation by conducting legal research and drafting filings and related documents, including term sheets and purchase agreements.
• Assist in developing transaction strategies by analyzing legal issues and contributing to discussions with senior lawyers.
• Support due diligence by reviewing and analyzing financial statements, contracts, and other relevant documents.
• Coordinate transaction processes, manage timelines, and ensure necessary steps are completed efficiently.
• Manage case files, organize case materials, and ensure deadlines and procedural requirements are met.
• Develop transactional legal skills and expertise.
• May coordinate the work of more junior team members.
• Help coach and develop more junior lawyers.
• Represent clients under partner supervision, support negotiations, conduct research, help resolve legal matters, and support client management.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life coverage
• Disability coverage
• 401(k) retirement savings
• Vacation time
• Leave programs, including parental leave
• Performance bonus eligibility for exempt roles

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed