M&A Associate (2-4 Years Experience) (Multiple Positions & Locations) - Minneapolis, MN

Fredrikson & Byron; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 205,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability

Employee resource benefits

Paid parental leave

Parenting classes

Pre-tax parking and transportation

Profit-sharing

Job summary

Fredrikson & Byron seeks an M&A Associate with 2–4 years of private practice experience in M&A, emphasizing private equity transactions. Ideal candidates thrive in a team setting and are eager to join our national private equity M&A practice.

Candidates must hold a J.D. from an ABA-Accredited Law School and be actively licensed in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, with the ability to promptly gain admission in Minnesota. The firm offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-Accredited Law School is required.
• Active attorney license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction and ability to promptly seek Minnesota admission.
• 2–4 years of private M&A experience or equivalent in a law firm or corporate practice.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and writing skills.
• Strong academic background from an ABA-approved program.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Education

J.D. from ABA-Accredited Law School

Licensed attorney in US jurisdiction

Job description

Who We Are:

Fredrikson & Byron is the premier Midwest-based law firm working collaboratively to help businesses achieve their goals regionally, nationally, and globally.

Overview:

We are seeking M&A Associates with two to four years of legal experience in M&A, with an emphasis on private equity transactions. Ideal candidates thrive in a team-first environments and are interested in joining our national private equity M&A practice.

Our Ideal Candidates Will Have:

• 2-4 years of prior experience in private practice
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and writing skills
• Strong academic background
• J.D. from an ABA-Accredited Law School
• Active attorney license in at least one U.S. jurisdiction and ability to promptly get admitted in the state of Minnesota

Our Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Short-and long-term disability
• Employee resource benefits (inclusive of counseling, coaching, and care-giving guidance)
• Paid-parental leave
• Parenting classes
• Pre-tax parking and transportation options
• And much more!
• Retirement plan includes financial planning, Social Security/Medicare planning, 401k/Roth investment options, and a firm-paid profit-sharing contribution
• Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms and conditions

The salary range for this position varies by geographical market. In Minneapolis, the estimated starting annual pay range is $205,000 - $225,000 per year. The compensation offered will be dependent on the candidate's experience, skills, education, professional background, overall qualifications, and geographic market location.

About Fredrikson:

Fredrikson & Byron is a leading Midwest law firm working collaboratively to help businesses achieve their goals regionally, nationally and globally. With a reputation as the firm "where law and business meet," our attorneys bring business acumen and entrepreneurial thinking to work with clients and operate as business advisors and strategic partners as well as legal counselors. To best serve our clients, we provide innovative solutions to legal needs while reflecting inclusion and diversity as core values. We offer highly competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits in a collaborative work environment. The firm's 425 attorneys serve clients from offices in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota, Wisconsin, Mexico and China. Learn more at fredlaw.com or LinkedIn.

Fredrikson is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Fredrikson does not discriminate in its recruiting, hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, marital status, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, military or veteran status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, and any other characteristics protected by applicable local, state, and/or federal laws.