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Palo Alto, CA, United States

Senior Level Mergers And Acquisitions Associate Attorney

Attorney

2-16 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Palo Alto, CA, is seeking a Senior Level Mergers and Acquisitions Associate Attorney with 5-9 years of experience to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in corporate transactional work, with a specific focus on mergers and acquisitions. They should possess excellent drafting and negotiating skills, strong teamwork abilities, and the capability to independently manage various aspects of deals.

Duties:

• Research and analyze legal issues related to mergers and acquisitions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transaction documents, including contracts, agreements, and due diligence materials.
• Provide legal counsel and strategic guidance to clients throughout the M&A process.
• Collaborate with partners, associates, and support staff to ensure seamless deal execution.
• Conduct comprehensive due diligence, including reviewing financial statements, contracts, and regulatory compliance.
• Assist in the preparation of disclosure schedules, SEC filings, and other required documents.
• Manage and coordinate deal closings, including attending closing meetings and ensuring all necessary documents are executed.

Requirements:

• 5-9 years of legal experience, with a focus on corporate transactional work, particularly in mergers and acquisitions.
• Current license to practice law in California or eligibility to become licensed.
• Strong drafting and negotiating skills, with a proven track record of successfully managing complex transactions.
• Exceptional legal research and analysis capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in legal work.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (.) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the California State Bar or eligibility to become a member.

Certifications:

• Membership in the California State Bar Association or eligibility to join.

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis.
• Drafting and reviewing transactional documents.
• Negotiation and deal structuring.
• Due diligence and financial analysis.
• Legal counseling and client interaction.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Project management and organization.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

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