Lateral Associate - Corporate - MAPrivate Equity

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The Role: Lateral Associate Corporate M&A/Private Equity Houston TX

We are seeking experienced associates from law school class years 2017 through 2020 (and potentially more senior) to join a highly regarded Private Equity team in Houston TX. This role offers a dynamic opportunity to work on sophisticated private equity transactions and corporate matters providing significant responsibility and opportunities for professional growth.

Practice Expertise and Focus

This opportunity is with a premier law firm renowned for its leadership in private equity transactions and corporate M&A. The firm advises toptier private equity funds corporate clients and institutional investors on acquisitions dispositions and other highstakes transactions. Highlights include:

• Transactional Expertise: Advising clients on acquisitions minority investments dispositions and related corporate transactions.
• Industry Insight: Deep experience in energy technology healthcare and other industries.
• Client Focus: Delivering tailored solutions to private equity sponsors and portfolio companies.
• Deal Management: Endtoend responsibility for managing complex transactions with efficiency and precision.

In this position you will:

• Advise private equity funds and corporate clients on highvalue acquisitions dispositions and investments.
• Draft review and negotiate complex transactional documents to ensure accuracy and alignment with client goals.
• Conduct thorough due diligence and manage deal workflows to ensure successful transaction outcomes.
• Provide strategic guidance on market terms regulatory issues and corporate governance matters.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive innovative solutions for clients.

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for candidates who bring the following qualifications and attributes:

Experience and Expertise

• Experience: Law school graduate from 2017 to 2020 (and possibly more senior) with significant experience in M&A private equity transactions and general corporate matters.
• Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with corporate law market terms and industryspecific considerations.

Educational Credentials

• Juris Doctor (JD): Degree from a toptier accredited law school with strong academic performance.
• Bar Admission: Active membership in good standing or eligibility to waive into the Texas Bar.

Core Competencies

• Legal Acumen: Proficiency in drafting and negotiating sophisticated transaction documents.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to identify legal and business risks and provide innovative solutions.
• Collaboration and Leadership: Capability to work autonomously while fostering a collaborative team environment.
• Client Development: A business developmentoriented mindset with strong interpersonal skills.

Additional Attributes

• Driven Personality: Selfmotivated and eager to take on high levels of responsibility in a fastpaced environment.
• Attention to Detail: Strong organizational skills with a focus on delivering precision in highstakes matters.
• Communication Skills: Ability to distill complex legal concepts for diverse audiences including sophisticated corporate clients.

Why Consider This Role

This opportunity offers:

• Competitive Compensation: Annual salary ranging from $310000 to $420000 based on qualifications and experience.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health care retirement plans paid leave parental leave life insurance and Flexible Spending Accounts.
• PerformanceBased Bonuses: Discretionary bonuses recognizing exceptional contributions.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for skill development career advancement and meaningful client interaction.
• Inclusive Environment: Join a team dedicated to collaboration innovation and fostering a supportive workplace culture.

How to Apply

If youre ready to advance your legal career we encourage you to apply. Heres how:

• Visit: to submit your application.
• Email: Send your resume and cover letter to including Lateral Associate Corporate M&A/Private Equity Houston TX in the subject line.

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