Partner-level Mergers and Acquisitions Attorney

7-20 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Phoenix, AZ is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Mergers and Acquisitions Attorney to join their team at the Partner level. The ideal candidate will have 8+ years of corporate transactional experience, with a strong focus on handling mergers and acquisitions. Equity financing experience (venture capital and private equity) and general corporate work are desirable. The candidate should have a portable book of business and be admitted to the Arizona Bar or be eligible for admission. Admission to the California, Colorado, and/or Nevada Bar would be a plus.

Duties:

• Led and managed mergers and acquisitions transactions from inception to closing.
• Draft and negotiate transactional documents, including purchase agreements, merger agreements, and ancillary agreements.
• Conduct due diligence investigations and assess risks associated with transactions.
• Advise clients on corporate governance matters and strategic business decisions.
• Provide legal counsel on equity financing transactions, including venture capital and private equity investments.
• Handle general corporate matters, including entity formation, corporate restructuring, and contract drafting and negotiation.
• Cultivate and maintain relationships with clients and prospective clients to develop a portable book of business.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and practice groups within the firm to provide comprehensive legal services to clients.

Requirements:

• 8+ years of corporate transactional experience.
• Extensive experience handling mergers and acquisitions transactions.
• Equity financing experience, particularly in venture capital and private equity, is a plus.
• A portable book of business is required.
• Admission to the Arizona Bar or eligibility for admission.
• Admission to the California, Colorado, and/or Nevada Bar would be beneficial.

Education:

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of mergers and acquisitions law and corporate transactions.
• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Ability to conduct thorough due diligence and assess risks.
• Experience with equity financing transactions, including venture capital and private equity.
• Business development and client relationship management abilities.
• Team leadership and management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

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