Attorney | Mergers & Acquisitions | 146708

We are seeking a skilled and motivated M&A Resource Attorney to join our team. In this role, you will support our M&A practice group by managing databases, drafting and organizing legal documents, monitoring legal updates, and assisting with marketing/business development initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in M&A corporate/transactional law and an ability to contribute to multiple ongoing projects while enhancing the efficiency of the M&A group. This position is focused on internal support rather than client-facing work.

Key Responsibilities

• Transaction Database Management: Input deal terms from signed transactions into our revamped database and collaborate with the knowledge management team to maintain and audit the system.
• Form and Precedent Drafting/Management: Prepare drafts of template documents or revise existing precedents. Curate and organize M&A group resources, including forms and other legal know-how.
• Legal Updates: Monitor developments in M&A law and regulatory changes, preparing summaries and alerts to ensure practice resources reflect new legal requirements.
• Legal Education: Partner with the legal education team to create content for associate training and firmwide educational programs focused on M&A.
• Marketing/Business Development: Work with the marketing team to develop strategies for promoting the M&A practice, including content for blogs, pitches, presentations, and publications.
• Assist with Individual Attorney Requests: Provide ongoing support for attorneys’ requests for precedents, templates, and other resources.
• New Initiatives: Contribute to knowledge management, resource development, and practice innovation projects.
• Other Duties: Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of experience in M&A corporate/transactional law, with knowledge of public and private M&A, corporate governance, and market trends.
• Strong drafting, organizational, and communication skills.
• Excellent attention to detail, especially in document drafting and management.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Flexibility to adapt to evolving resource and knowledge management initiatives.
• Experience with both public and private M&A transactions is required.

Compensation and Benefits

• Expected annual pay range: $275,000 – $335,000 (final offer based on experience and location).
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, and backup care for children and/or adults.
• Four weeks of vacation, two weeks of sick leave, and 10 paid holidays annually.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, and short-term medical benefits.

This is a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that supports an M&A practice at the cutting edge of the legal industry. Apply today to contribute to the success of our M&A group and continue our legacy of delivering top-tier legal services to our clients.