Hybrid Corporate M&A Associate (2–5 yrs)

DLA Piper LLP (US); Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 235,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper LLP (US) seeks an associate to join its corporate group in Philadelphia, bringing experience in merger and acquisitions for private and public companies. The candidate should be able to draft principal acquisition agreements and negotiate them directly.

Direct, transferable skills from a major law firm and strong academic background are required. Responsibilities include legal research, drafting, transaction support from inception to closing, and client interaction.

Qualifications

• JD required from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to practice in Pennsylvania.
• 2-5 years of corporate experience; direct AmLaw 100 firm experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough legal research to support transaction preparation and strategy.
• Draft memos, contracts, and correspondence; ensure accuracy and clarity.
• Assist/manage complex transactions from inception to resolution, including negotiations and closings.
• Build and maintain internal and external client relationships with professionalism.

Skills

Written communication

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Business judgment

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Persuasive communication

Management skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Pennsylvania Bar Admission

Job description

DLA Piper LLP (US) seeks an associate to join its corporate group in Philadelphia, bringing experience in merger and acquisitions for private and public companies. The candidate should be able to draft principal acquisition agreements and negotiate them directly.

Direct, transferable skills from a major law firm and strong academic background are required. Responsibilities include legal research, drafting, transaction support from inception to closing, and client interaction.