Chicago PE/M&A Attorney (4–5 yrs) — High-Impact Deals

McCormack Schreiber Legal Search; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 310,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal search firm seeks a Private Equity/M&A Attorney in Chicago. This role requires 4-5 years of experience at a large law firm, focusing on drafting and negotiating various transaction documents. The firm offers a competitive base salary between $310,000 and $365,000, along with a hybrid work model. Join a top-tier legal team renowned for its work with tech and start-up clients, where you'll handle substantial private equity fund requirements and work with high-growth companies across multiple industries.

Qualifications

• 4-5 years of experience in private equity and M&A at a large law firm.
• Ability to draft and negotiate purchase and merger agreements.
• Experience with private equity sponsors and portfolio companies.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate purchase and merger agreements.
• Handle day-to-day requirements of private equity fund and portfolio company clients.

Skills

Large law firm private equity experience

M&A experience

Strong academic credentials

Job description

A leading legal search firm seeks a Private Equity/M&A Attorney in Chicago. This role requires 4-5 years of experience at a large law firm, focusing on drafting and negotiating various transaction documents. The firm offers a competitive base salary between $310,000 and $365,000, along with a hybrid work model. Join a top-tier legal team renowned for its work with tech and start-up clients, where you'll handle substantial private equity fund requirements and work with high-growth companies across multiple industries.