Senior M&A Attorney — Hybrid/Remote, Chicago

McCormack Schreiber Legal Search; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 315,000 - 340,000; Full time

Job summary

McCormack Schreiber Legal Search in Chicago is seeking a senior corporate M&A attorney to join as a senior-level associate. You will manage private company M&A deals from strategy through closing and advise on corporate governance and related matters.

Candidates typically have 6–8 years of corporate transactional experience, strong drafting skills, and an entrepreneurial mindset. Hybrid or remote work options are available, with a base salary range of $315,000–$340,000.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of corporate transactional experience, including M&A, private equity, and securities offerings.
• Strong writing skills to draft and review commercial contracts and shareholder agreements.
• An entrepreneurial mindset and a dedication to developing new skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage private company M&A deals from initial strategy through closing, including drafting and negotiating transaction documents
• Advise clients on compliance, board governance, and organizational matters
• Draft, review, and negotiate a variety of agreements, including LLC/shareholder agreements
• Provide comprehensive support to companies on a wide range of general corporate matters

Skills

M&A experience

Strong writing skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Job description

McCormack Schreiber Legal Search in Chicago is seeking a senior corporate M&A attorney to join as a senior-level associate. You will manage private company M&A deals from strategy through closing and advise on corporate governance and related matters.

Candidates typically have 6–8 years of corporate transactional experience, strong drafting skills, and an entrepreneurial mindset. Hybrid or remote work options are available, with a base salary range of $315,000–$340,000.