Private Equity Attorney

3-7 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview

A law firm in Santa Monica, CA, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Private Equity Attorney with a minimum of 4-5 years of expertise in private equity and mergers and acquisitions. The ideal candidate will demonstrate exceptional drafting, analytical, and interpersonal skills, along with a proven track record of negotiating complex agreements. This role requires a dynamic professional with strong business judgment to lead in supporting private equity fund and portfolio company clients.

Job Details

Duties

• Drafting and negotiating purchase and merger agreements, LLC and LP agreements, and other transaction documents.
• Meeting day-to-day requirements of private equity fund and portfolio company clients.
• Providing strategic guidance and acting as an extension of client business teams.
• Collaborating effectively in a team-oriented and dynamic environment.

Requirements

• Minimum 4-5 years of private equity and mergers and acquisitions experience.
• Excellent drafting, writing, and analytical skills.
• Strong attention to detail, and organizational, verbal, and project management skills.
• Good business and strategic judgment.

Education

• JD from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the California State Bar.

Skills

• Proven experience in private equity and M&A.
• Ability to handle complex negotiations and transactions.
• Prior large firm experience working with private equity sponsors.
• Outstanding academic credentials.

Job Location

Santa Monica, CA

Benefits Offered

The firm provides a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Health savings account (with the applicable medical plan).
• Flexible spending accounts for health and/or dependent care.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Life insurance, AD&D, and long-term care coverage.
• Backup care for children and/or adults.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Accrued vacation time (four weeks per year) and sick time (two weeks per year).
• 10 paid holidays each year.

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