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Mid-Level Associate, Private Equity & M&A — Los Angeles

An Am Law 100 firm

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Top-tier Los Angeles corporate team seeks a mid-level associate to join its private equity and M&A practice. The role focuses on buyouts, sell-side transactions, growth equity and minority investments for financial sponsors and strategic clients.

Successful candidates will act as lead associate on deals, manage diligence processes, draft and negotiate transaction documents, and supervise junior associates and specialist advisors. Admission to the California Bar is required.

The firm is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds.

  • 4–6 years of M&A and/or private equity transactional experience at a leading law firm
  • Experience representing financial sponsors and strategic buyers/sellers in leveraged buyouts, sell-side deals, growth equity and minority investments
  • Proven track record as lead associate on transactions, including drafting deal documentation and managing diligence
  • Experience supervising junior associates and coordinating specialist teams (e.g., tax, finance, benefits)
  • Admission to the California Bar

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