Senior Corporate and Private Equity Associate

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Los Angeles, CA

Senior Corporate and Private Equity Associate

Attorney

2-13 yrs required

No

Job Overview

An elite national law firm is seeking a Senior Associate to join its Corporate and Private Equity practice group. This is a career-defining opportunity for an experienced transactional attorney looking to work with a nationally ranked legal team advising clients across the private equity spectrum. The position involves high-level work with a focus on complex transactions and fund formations for both emerging and established market participants.

Location

• Los Angeles, CA

Duties

• Serve as lead associate in private equity deals, including:

  • Leveraged buyouts

  • Roll-up transactions

  • Minority and junior capital investments

  • Independent sponsor transactions

  • “Going private” acquisitions

  • Distressed asset acquisitions in and out of bankruptcy

• Provide counsel on fund formation and structure, including:

  • Private equity

  • Growth equity

  • Venture capital

  • Mezzanine and real estate funds

• Represent both fund managers and limited partners

• Draft, negotiate, and manage complex legal documentation

• Collaborate with internal teams across a large national platform

• Advise clients independently with a high level of professional autonomy

Requirements

• 5 to 7 years of experience handling acquisitions and private equity fund transactions

• Proven ability to independently lead sophisticated deals

• Active license with the Texas State Bar

• Demonstrated success working with high-level clients

• Experience in a fast-paced, national platform setting preferred

Education

• Juris Doctor (.) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Must be licensed to practice law in Texas (in good standing)

Skills

• Deep knowledge of corporate and private equity legal frameworks

• Excellent drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities

• Ability to manage multiple high-stakes matters simultaneously

• Client-focused approach with sound business judgment

• Experience engaging with sponsors, general partners, and institutional investors

Benefits

• Competitive salary structure

• Merit-based and billable hour bonus opportunities

• Billable credit for pro bono legal services

• Hybrid work flexibility supporting work-life balance

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Supportive, inclusive, and growth-focused legal culture

• Opportunity to join a team consistently ranked among the top corporate law platforms by industry benchmarks such as PitchBook, Bloomberg, Mergermarket, and Refinitiv