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Palo Alto, CA, United States

Mergers & Acquisitions Resource Attorney

Attorney

3-20 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm seeks a skilled Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Resource Attorney to support its transactional legal team by managing resources, developing legal documents, and staying updated on the latest regulatory changes. This role provides a unique opportunity for an attorney to apply their M&A expertise without the client-facing responsibilities. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in corporate transactional law, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Duties:

• Transaction Database Management:
  • Input signed deal terms into the firm’s newly revamped Transaction Database.
  • Collaborate with the knowledge management team to audit and maintain the database.
• Form and Precedent Drafting/Management:
  • Draft new template documents and revise existing forms.
  • Organize and curate M&A precedents and other critical resources for the practice group.
• Legal Updates:
  • Monitor and track developments in M&A laws and regulations.
  • Prepare summaries and alerts to keep the team informed of changes.
  • Ensure internal resources are updated with new legal requirements.
• Legal Education:
  • Coordinate with the legal education team to develop content for associate and firm-wide training programs on M&A topics.
• Marketing and Business Development:
  • Collaborate with the M&A marketing team to strategize and promote the firm’s M&A capabilities, including creating content for blogs, presentations, and pitch materials.
• Attorney Support:
  • Assist attorneys with day-to-day requests for precedents, templates, and legal resources.
• New Initiatives:
  • Contribute to ongoing resource, knowledge management, and practice innovation projects.
• Other Duties:
  • Perform additional tasks as assigned to support the firm’s needs.

Requirements:

• Minimum 7 years of experience in . M&A or corporate transactional law.
• Familiarity with public and private M&A transactions, corporate governance, and fiduciary duties.
• Strong drafting and organizational skills, with the ability to manage and curate a variety of legal resources.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and collaborate with attorneys and stakeholders across different initiatives.
• Flexibility to adapt to the changing needs of the practice and support new initiatives as they arise.
• Strong attention to detail, particularly in drafting and quality control.
• Collaborative team player who can effectively work with other resource attorneys and practice group members.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in a . state bar.

Certifications:

• Licensed attorney with relevant legal experience.

Skills:

• Expertise in M&A legal matters and corporate law.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to create precise and accurate legal documents.
• Flexibility to work on various projects and support new initiatives as they evolve.
• Strong team collaboration skills and the ability to work across various groups within the firm.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Health savings account (HSA) with applicable medical plans, as well as flexible spending accounts (FSA) for dependent care.
• Life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, and backup care for children and/or adults.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Paid time off, including four weeks of vacation, two weeks of sick time, and 10 paid holidays annually.
• Parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Generous retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Employee benefit orientation to help new hires understand the wide range of benefits offered.

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