Associate – Corporate (M&A) – Atlanta

McDermott Will & Schulte; Atlanta (GA); In loco; USD 235.000 - 455.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

McDermott Will & Schulte in Atlanta, GA seeks a Corporate Associate with at least two years of M&A experience to manage transaction workstreams from inception through closing. The candidate must be barred in Georgia.

Responsibilities include drafting and negotiating principal documents, leading due diligence, driving deal execution, and coordinating with internal specialists across finance, tax, and other departments.

Competenze

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Minimum of 2 years of M&A experience, preferably within a large or sophisticated law firm.
• Must be admitted to the Bar in the state of Georgia.

Mansioni

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating principal transaction documents (acquisition agreements, equity documents, etc.).
• Managing due diligence processes and identifying/escalating red flags.
• Driving deal execution and managing closing timelines.
• Coordinating with internal specialists in finance, tax, benefits, real estate, IP, and litigation.

Conoscenze

M&A experience

Transaction management

Formazione

Juris Doctor (JD)

Bar admission - Georgia

Descrizione del lavoro

$235,000 – $455,000 (based on class year)

JD from an accredited law school; at least 2 years of M&A experience (preferably in a large/sophisticated law firm); must be barred in the state of Georgia.

Law Firm Job

Contextual Overview

McDermott Will & Schulte is seeking a Corporate Associate with at least two years of experience to join its M&A practice in Atlanta, GA. The role involves managing transaction workstreams from inception through closing and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• Minimum of 2 years of M&A experience, preferable within a large or sophisticated law firm.
• Must be admitted to the Bar in the state of Georgia.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating principal transaction documents (acquisition agreements, equity documents, etc.).
• Managing due diligence processes and identifying/escalating red flags.
• Driving deal execution and managing closing timelines.
• Coordinating with internal specialists in finance, tax, benefits, real estate, IP, and litigation.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

The firm offers competitive compensation based on class year, ranging from $235,000 (2025/2026 class) to $455,000 (2018 and senior classes).

For inquiries, contact Renee Richford, Talent Acquisition Manager, at [e-mail].

FAQs

• Can I apply via email? No, all applications must be submitted through the official firm portal.
• Is this role open to remote candidates? No, this position is open to candidates in Atlanta only.

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