Mid-Level M&A Associate Attorney

The People Of: Professional Services; Illinois; On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

The People Of: Professional Services is seeking a Mid-Level M&A Associate Attorney in Chicago. This role is ideal for attorneys with 4–6 years of M&A and private equity experience. Responsibilities include representing clients in transactions, drafting and negotiating agreements, and managing deal execution.

Join a high-caliber team that offers substantial client exposure and significant responsibility. This role provides insight into sophisticated deals and opportunities for professional growth within a nationally respected firm.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of M&A and private equity transactional experience within a law firm.
• Strong experience representing financial sponsors and strategic buyers/sellers.
• Ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Represent private equity sponsors and strategic clients in mergers and acquisitions transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate acquisition agreements.
• Manage key aspects of deal execution from due diligence through closing.

Skills

Drafting expertise

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Admission to the Illinois Bar

Job description

Mid-Level M&A Associate Attorney – Private Equity & Strategic Transactions | Chicago

A leading national law firm is seeking a talented mid-level Corporate Associate to join its sophisticated M&A and private equity practice in Chicago. This opportunity is designed for attorneys who thrive in fast-paced transactional environments and are looking to work on complex, high-profile deals alongside nationally recognized practitioners. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience advising financial sponsors, private equity funds, and strategic buyers and sellers across a broad range of mergers, acquisitions, and investment transactions. Attorneys in this group benefit from direct involvement in significant matters, strong client interaction, and the opportunity to develop within a collaborative and entrepreneurial platform. This role offers exposure to sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactions while providing meaningful responsibility and a clear path for professional growth within a nationally respected corporate practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent private equity sponsors and strategic clients in mergers and acquisitions transactions
• Draft, review, and negotiate acquisition and disposition agreements and related transaction documents
• Manage key aspects of deal execution from due diligence through closing
• Advise clients on transaction structure, risk allocation, and strategic considerations
• Collaborate closely with partners and cross-functional deal teams on complex matters

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• 4–6 years of M&A and private equity transactional experience within a law firm
• Strong experience representing financial sponsors and strategic buyers/sellers
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple transactions in a fast-paced environment
• Strong academic credentials required
• Admission to the Illinois Bar required

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• High-caliber transactional platform with sophisticated deal flow
• Significant client exposure and hands-on responsibility
• Collaborative culture with strong mentorship and professional development
• Opportunity to work alongside nationally recognized corporate attorneys
• Long-term growth potential within a premier corporate practice

To be considered, please contact Freddie at [e-mail] with your resume, cover letter, and law school transcript, deal sheet/representative matters.

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