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Dallas, TX, United States

Corporate M&A Partner

Partner

4-20 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm seeks an experienced Corporate M&A Partner with a strong background in mergers and acquisitions (M&A). This role is ideal for a senior attorney with at least 8 years of experience managing complex corporate transactions and leading M&A deals. The position requires expertise in drafting and negotiating transaction documents, advising on corporate governance, and managing cross-functional due diligence teams. The successful candidate will join a collaborative, fully remote, and merit-based firm that values work-life balance and offers flexibility.

Duties:

• M&A Transaction Leadership:

  • Lead M&A transactions from inception to closing, ensuring all steps are executed efficiently and client objectives are met.
  • Oversee and manage due diligence teams, assessing transaction risks and identifying opportunities.
  • Provide strategic advice on corporate governance matters, including entity formation, joint ventures, and licensing arrangements.

• Document Drafting and Negotiation:

  • Draft, review, and negotiate key transaction documents, including stock purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements, merger agreements, and confidentiality agreements.
  • Advise clients on complex agreements such as credit agreements, redemption agreements, IP license agreements, and secondment agreements.

• Client Management & Business Development:

  • Manage a portable client base, generating at least $250,000 in annual revenue.
  • Develop and implement business strategies to attract and retain clients.
  • Build long-term client relationships and provide proactive, value-added legal guidance.

• Corporate Governance:

  • Advise clients on corporate governance issues, including entity structures, joint ventures, and regulatory compliance.
  • Work closely with client’s executive teams to develop and implement corporate strategies that align with their business goals.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in M&A and general corporate law.
• Prior experience in an AmLaw 200 firm or similar high-level law firm environment.
• Strong leadership and deal management skills, with a proven ability to handle complex transactions.
• A portable book of business generating at least $250,000 in annual revenue, or a demonstrated business development plan.
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex M&A transaction documents and providing corporate governance advice.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a remote, team-oriented environment.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Licensed and in good standing with the relevant state bar.

Skills:

• Expertise in M&A transactions, corporate governance, and general corporate law matters.
• Exceptional negotiation and drafting skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage complex legal documents.
• Strong business acumen and client management capabilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to thrive in a remote, flexible work environment and deliver high-quality results without the constraints of traditional billable hour quotas.

Benefits:

• 100% remote work flexibility, allowing you to work from anywhere.
• No minimum billable hour quotas, offering a better work-life balance.
• Transparent and equitable compensation model where partners retain 80-90% of collected client revenue.
• Collaborative, merit-based work environment with opportunities for career advancement and recognition.
• Focus on professional growth with access to industry-leading technology and support.

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