CORPORATE M&A ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY / MID-LEVEL

PUBLIC & PRIVATE COMPANY TRANSACTIONS

Location: Chicago, ILHYBRID

A top-10 AmLaw firm is seeking a mid-level Associate Attorney to join its thriving Corporate Practice Group in Chicago. This is an excellent opportunity to represent public and private companies in complex, high-value mergers and acquisitions (M&A), including cross-border deals and corporate restructurings.

Candidate Profile

JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
Active Bar Admission in Illinois, in good standing.
3-6 years of substantive M&A experience representing public and private companies.
Experience drafting and negotiating principal acquisition agreements and leading deal negotiations.
Familiarity with complex cross-border transactions and global corporate restructurings is a plus.
Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams, interact confidently with clients, and deliver high-quality work product under tight deadlines.
Prior experience at an AmLaw 100 firm is strongly preferred.
Soft Skills: Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills, sound business judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and support domestic and cross-border M&A transactions through all phases, including structuring, negotiation, diligence, documentation, and closing.
Draft and negotiate stock and asset purchase agreements, merger agreements, disclosure schedules, and related transactional documents.
Advise clients on fiduciary duties, corporate governance, and regulatory and compliance issues in connection with transactional activity.
Provide counsel on global corporate restructurings.
Work directly with clients, co-counsel, and opposing counsel to manage deal execution.
Coordinate with internal teams, including tax, antitrust, employment, and IP, to ensure comprehensive legal guidance.
Mentor junior associates and contribute to a high-performing transactional team.
Remain current on market trends and legal developments impacting M&A transactions.

Why Join Us?

This role offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of complex M&A activity, representing premier clients across a wide array of industries. Associates in this group enjoy early client contact, meaningful responsibility, and collaboration with seasoned dealmakers. The team fosters a culture that is both ambitious and collegial, prioritizing professional development, mentorship, and long-term career growth. The Chicago office’s strong platform and the group’s deep bench of transactional talent make this an outstanding opportunity for attorneys who are serious about building a premier M&A practice.

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Compensation: Annual base salary is expected to range from $260,000 – $390,000, determined by experience, qualifications, and market factors. Discretionary bonus opportunities are also available.
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) plan; paid parental leave; generous vacation; professional development support; commuter benefits; and wellness programs.

Application Requirements

Interested candidates should submit a resume, law school transcript, and cover letter for consideration.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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