M&A Senior Attorney (Professional Track) (NY)

DLA Piper LLP (US); United States; On-site; USD 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

DLA Piper is seeking a highly sophisticated, non-partner track Senior Attorney to serve as a primary legal engine for complex client portfolios in New York. This role blends high-level private equity structuring with day-to-day corporate governance and requires embedding within a client’s operating DNA.

You will oversee deal structuring for PE and family offices, advise on governance across multi-jurisdictional entities, and act as a versatile legal architect for sophisticated international

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee complex deal structuring and execution across PE, family offices, and sovereign funds.
• Advise on corporate governance and ensure contracts align with client strategy.

Skills

Deal structuring

Corporate governance

Risk advisory

Autonomy

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Job description

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together.

Summary

DLA Piper is seeking a highly sophisticated, non-partner track Senior Attorney to serve as a primary legal engine for complex client portfolios. This is not a traditional "back-office" role; it is designed for a dynamic practitioner who thrives on high-level execution and deeply embedding themselves within a client’s operational DNA. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between high-level private equity structuring and day-to-day corporate governance, acting as a versatile legal architect for sophisticated family offices and international entities. This position is open to our New York office.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Complex Deal Structuring & Execution Overseeing the deal process with PE, family offices and sovereign funds across LP investments. Overseeing specialist counsel focused on tax structures and financing agreements related to various acquisitions.
• 2. General Corporate Counsel Serve as the "connective tissue" across various workstreams, ensuring that board minutes, operating agreements, and commercial contracts are consistent with the client’s overarching strategic goals. Provide proactive risk management and advisory on corporate governance for multi-jurisdictional entities.

Desired Skills

• The "Deep Dive" Mentality: A proven ability to go beyond the "legal task" to understand the underlying business mechanics of a deal.
• Autonomy: High emotional intelligence and the ability to interface directly with principals, CFOs, and outside advisors without constant partner supervision.

Minimum Education

J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing.

Minimum Years of Experience

6+ years of high-level corporate law experience, ideally within a Vault 50 firm or a sophisticated boutique focusing on PE/M&A.

Essential Job Expectations

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to: Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties; Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner; Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product; Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required; Foster positive work relationships; Comply with all firm policies and practices; Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed; Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment; Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned. Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.

Physical Demands

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment

The firm's work location requirements may be modified at the firm's discretion Hybrid - Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for work-from-home.

Disclaimer

The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.

Pay Transparency

The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $250,000 - $400,000 per year depending on the candidate’s geographic market location. The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k). Applicants who are not based in the jurisdiction in which this position is posted and who apply for this role are doing so voluntarily and are not eligible for relocation assistance. Any relocation benefits, if any, are provided only where a relocation is required at the firm’s direction and in accordance with applicable policy and law.

DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Get to Know Us

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let’s see what we can achieve. Together.

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