M&A Associate — Big‑Firm Deals & Cross‑Border (Austin)

DLA Piper; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 235,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper in Austin seeks a junior to mid-level associate focused on mergers & acquisitions to join our market-leading M&A group. Candidates should have AmLaw 100 experience and be admitted in Texas or eligible to waive in. This is an in-office, Austin-based position with no remote option.

Eligible candidates will have 2–7 years of M&A experience and direct, transferable skills from a big-law environment, along with a strong academic background from a nationally recognized school.

Qualifications

• 2-7 years of M&A experience
• Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 law firm required
• Admitted to practice in Texas or able to waive in
• Primary focus on mergers & acquisitions
• In-office position based in Austin; remote candidates will not be considered

Responsibilities

• Manage and support complex domestic and cross-border corporate, finance, real estate, tax, employment, and other transactional matters from inception through closing and post-closing activities.
• Conduct legal due diligence, analyze findings, identify risks, and develop practical recommendations for clients.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and revise contracts, transaction documents, disclosure schedules, and ancillary agreements.
• Structure transactions and provide strategic advice regarding legal, regulatory, business, and operational considerations.
• Support deal execution, including managing timelines, coordinating workstreams, and facilitating communication among transaction parties.
• Participate in negotiations with clients, counterparties, lenders, investors, regulators, and other stakeholders.
• Coordinate and manage transaction closings, including closing documentation, signatures, funds flow, and post-closing obligations.
• Analyze and advise on applicable regulatory requirements, governance matters, and compliance considerations affecting transactions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary legal teams and business professionals to deliver integrated solutions that support client objectives and successful transaction outcomes.

Skills

Communication

Research

Analytical

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Business judgement

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Independent work

Conceptual thinking

Persuasive communication

Management

Education

JD

Law degree from an accredited school

Job description

DLA Piper in Austin seeks a junior to mid-level associate focused on mergers & acquisitions to join our market-leading M&A group. Candidates should have AmLaw 100 experience and be admitted in Texas or eligible to waive in. This is an in-office, Austin-based position with no remote option.

Eligible candidates will have 2–7 years of M&A experience and direct, transferable skills from a big-law environment, along with a strong academic background from a nationally recognized school.