Corporate Transactions & Securities - Associate Attorney

Location: Washington, D.C.

Our client, a distinguished AmLaw 50 law firm with a thriving Corporate Transactions and Securities practice, seeks a talented Associate Attorney to join their Washington, DC office. This position offers the opportunity to engage in sophisticated securities work, mergers and acquisitions, and private equity transactions within a dynamic, collaborative environment.

Candidate Profile:

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in appropriate jurisdiction.
• 3–5 years of substantive experience in corporate transactions and securities work.
• Highly proficient in public and private offerings of securities, corporate governance, and public company periodic reporting.
• Experience with public and private mergers and acquisitions and private equity is a plus.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in team-oriented settings.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide counsel on public and private offerings of securities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Advise clients on corporate governance matters and public company periodic reporting obligations.
• Represent clients in public and private mergers and acquisitions and private equity transactions.
• Draft and negotiate transactional documents, including offering memoranda, shareholder agreements, and related contracts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address tax, regulatory, and other considerations.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships, contributing to business development efforts.

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