Lateral Partner — Corporate & Finance, Chicago

Leading US law firm seeks a partner to join its Chicago corporate and finance team, with a focus on private equity and venture capital transactions. The role combines high-value deal work with responsibility for originating and expanding client relationships.

The successful candidate will work across private equity, growth capital and venture matters, lead deal teams, and collaborate with complementary practice groups. This is an opportunity to shape practice strategy and grow a differentiated book in a major commercial market.

• Portable book of business of $2M+ (USD)
• Proven track record advising on private equity and venture capital transactions
• Established client origination and business development skills
• Experience leading teams on complex corporate and financing matters; admission to practice in Illinois preferred