Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney (San Francisco, NY)

Advert Code: MLFS 141

An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a talented Mergers & Acquisitions Associate to join a premier corporate transactions practice advising some of the world’s most innovative companies. This role is ideal for an attorney with a strong foundation in M&A who is looking to work on market-leading transactions involving cutting-edge businesses across the technology and life sciences sectors.

Working alongside highly regarded dealmakers, you will play a key role in sophisticated strategic transactions while gaining significant client exposure, responsibility, and a clear path for long-term career development.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on public and private company mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic corporate transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate definitive transaction agreements and related deal documentation.
• Conduct and manage legal due diligence throughout the transaction lifecycle.
• Prepare and coordinate disclosure schedules and supporting transaction materials.
• Collaborate with specialist legal teams to deliver seamless transaction execution.
• Assist in managing complex deal processes from initial negotiations through closing.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while delivering commercially focused legal advice.
• Work closely with senior attorneys on sophisticated, high-value domestic and cross-border transactions.

What We’re Looking For

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Previous experience working in a law firm is essential.
• Between 3–5 years of mergers and acquisitions experience.
• Demonstrated experience serving as a core member of transaction teams on complex M&A matters.
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills, particularly involving definitive transaction agreements.
• Experience managing due diligence processes and coordinating multidisciplinary deal teams.
• Outstanding academic credentials.
• Excellent analytical, written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• A proactive, collaborative mindset with the ability to manage multiple fast-paced transactions.

Why Apply?

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a highly regarded corporate practice working on some of the most sophisticated and innovative transactions in the market. You’ll receive meaningful responsibility from the outset while benefiting from mentorship, direct client interaction, and excellent opportunities for long-term advancement within a collaborative and high-performing team.

The firm offers a highly competitive compensation package, performance-based bonuses, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, generous family-focused benefits, retirement savings plans, professional development support, and a culture committed to helping attorneys build exceptional long-term careers.

To be considered, please contact Freddie at freddie@tposearch.com with your resume, cover letter, and law school transcript, deal sheet/representative matters.

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