M&A Associate

Friedman Williams; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Friedman Williams is seeking an accomplished M&A Attorney to join our Rochester, NY team as an Associate. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions or corporate law and a strong background in representing businesses.

The role involves advising clients on complex M&A transactions, conducting due diligence, drafting and negotiating purchase and shareholder agreements, and coordinating with cross-functional teams across finance, tax, and regulatory areas.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions or corporate law.
• Excellent analytical and communication abilities.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with proactive client representation.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructurings.
• Conduct due diligence and prepare M&A documentation.
• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, and related documents.
• Collaborate with finance, tax, and regulatory teams to provide comprehensive support.
• Advise on private equity and venture capital transactions, including minority and control investments.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Problem-solving

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Admission to New York State Bar

Job description

M&A Associate Rochester NY

Job ID: 20479

Friedman Williams is seeking a talented and motivated M&A Attorney to join our client’s team in Rochester, NY. This position is ideal for a third to fifth-year associate with a strong background in mergers and acquisitions and/or private equity and a passion for representing businesses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on various aspects of mergers, acquisitions, and corporate restructurings.
• Conduct due diligence and prepare legal documentation related to M&A transactions.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their business needs and provide strategic legal guidance.
• Negotiate and draft purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, and other transaction-related documents.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including finance, tax, and regulatory, to ensure comprehensive legal support.
• Proven experience in private equity and venture capital transactions, including advising PE funds and issuers on minority and control investments.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• JD from an accredited law school and admission to the New York State Bar.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in mergers and acquisitions or corporate law.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport with clients and colleagues.
• An entrepreneurial mindset, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and client representation.

For additional information, please contact Sarah Latham at [e-mail] | 212-642-0465.

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