Associate Attorney – M&A – Corporate

Cullen and Dykman LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a mid to senior level corporate associate to join its dynamic Mergers & Acquisitions and Private Equity practice. This role involves representing clients in complex M&A transactions, drafting essential corporate documents, and advising on corporate governance. The firm offers a collaborative environment and a competitive salary, making it an exciting opportunity for motivated legal professionals. Join a team that values professionalism and innovation in a fast-paced legal landscape, and contribute to impactful transactions that shape the industry.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Collaborative work environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Admitted and in good standing in New York; admission to New Jersey bar is a plus.
• 2–8 years of relevant experience in M&A and general corporate law.

Responsibilities

• Represent buyers and sellers in M&A transactions across various industries.
• Draft and negotiate corporate documents including purchase agreements and operating agreements.
• Advise on general corporate matters, including governance and compliance.

Skills

M&A Transactions

Corporate Law

Drafting Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Private Equity Transactions

Structured Finance

Education

Admitted to New York Bar

2–8 years of relevant experience

Job description

Cullen and Dykman LLP is seeking a mid to senior level corporate associate (class years 2016–2022) to join its growing Mergers & Acquisitions and Private Equity and Financial Sponsors practice groups. The associate will work closely with both chairs of the M&A practice and will be expected to handle a mix of private equity transactions, traditional M&A, and general corporate matters. This position can be located in either our Uniondale, Long Island or New York City offices.

Responsibilities:

• - Represent buyers and sellers in M&A transactions across a range of industries, including lower middle-market deals, private equity-backed transactions, and founder-led exits.
• - Support independent sponsors, emerging managers, and private equity funds in platform and add-on acquisitions, as well as investment vehicle formation and capital raises.
• - Draft and negotiate a wide range of corporate documents including stock and asset purchase agreements, operating agreements, investor rights agreements, and fund documents.
• - Advise on general corporate matters, including entity formation, governance, compliance, and commercial agreements.
• - Interact directly with clients, including founders, portfolio company executives, sponsors, and family offices.
• - Strong drafting, project management, and communication skills.
• - Experience with private equity transactions and/or fund formation is a plus but not required.
• - Structured Finance experience is also a plus.
• - Able to work efficiently in a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and fast-paced environment.

Qualifications:

• - Admitted and in good standing in New York; admission to New Jersey bar is a plus but not required.
• - 2–8 years of relevant experience in M&A and general corporate law.

Our professional staff plays a key role in the firm’s continued growth and success, and we look forward to adding a proactive and motivated member to our team.

We offer a competitive salary, an excellent benefits package and a collaborative, friendly environment. The salary range for this role is $175,000 to $225,000 Actual salary will be commensurate with the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience.

Cullen and Dykman LLP provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Cullen and Dykman LLP is a full-service law firm that has been serving clients since 1850. We provide the highest quality services to our clients, exhibiting the highest standards of professionalism, and maintaining a dynamic and collegial work environment for our attorneys, paralegals, and staff.

Please visit our website at www.cullenllp.com for more information on Cullen and Dykman LLP.