Private Equity & Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney

Aligned Talent Acquisition • Dallas, TX

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

A premier national law firm is seeking a Private Equity & Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney to join its Dallas office. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, independent sponsors, and strategic buyers in sophisticated middle-market and upper-middle-market transactions.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of private equity, mergers & acquisitions, or corporate transactional experience gained at a sophisticated law firm
• Experience representing private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, strategic buyers, sellers, and independent sponsors
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Experience with healthcare transactions, sponsor-backed acquisitions, or middle-market private equity deals is preferred

Responsibilities

• Representing private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, independent sponsors, and strategic buyers in sophisticated middle-market and upper-middle-market transactions.
• Leading acquisitions, dispositions, leveraged buyouts, recapitalizations, growth equity investments, and other strategic transactions.
• Drafting and negotiating purchase agreements, merger agreements, equity investment documents, disclosure schedules, and related transaction documentation.
• Managing transaction teams, coordinating due diligence, and overseeing deal execution from letter of intent through closing.
• Advising clients regarding general corporate governance, entity formation, and ongoing corporate matters.

Benefits

• Compensation $260,000 – $390,000+
• Nationally recognized private equity platform
• Representation of more than 200 private equity sponsors and portfolio companies
• Exposure to sophisticated M&A, leveraged buyouts, and sponsor-backed transactions
• Significant client interaction and deal leadership opportunities
• Strong mentorship and professional development
• Collaborative AmLaw 100 environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree