Senior M&A Attorney - Lead Deals from LOI to Close

Studio Leonelli; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Studio Leonelli is seeking an experienced M&A attorney who can run complex deals from LOI through closing. You will lead diligence, manage workstreams, and draft or negotiate purchase agreements, disclosure schedules, and closing documents for buyers and sellers.

You should have 5+ years of substantive M&A experience, with 40+ completed transactions and familiarity with deals ranging from about $1M to $30M+. Strong drafting and client communication are essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of substantive M&A experience.
• 40+ completed M&A transactions.
• Experience with deals from approximately $1M to $30M+.
• Experience representing both buyers and sellers; asset and stock/equity transactions.

Responsibilities

• Run M&A transactions from LOI through closing.
• Lead diligence and manage transaction workstreams.
• Draft and negotiate purchase agreements, disclosure schedules, ancillary agreements, and closing documents.
• Negotiate directly with opposing counsel and coordinate with clients and advisors.
• Own transaction checklists, deadlines, closing mechanics, and next steps.
• Communicate clearly, concisely, and proactively with clients and the Studio Leonelli team.

Skills

M&A experience

Deal leadership

Drafting and negotiation

Job description

Studio Leonelli is seeking an experienced M&A attorney who can run complex deals from LOI through closing. You will lead diligence, manage workstreams, and draft or negotiate purchase agreements, disclosure schedules, and closing documents for buyers and sellers.

You should have 5+ years of substantive M&A experience, with 40+ completed transactions and familiarity with deals ranging from about $1M to $30M+. Strong drafting and client communication are essential.