Chicago | Hybrid
$415,000 – $425,000
A premier national law firm is seeking a Senior Private Equity & Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney to join its Chicago office.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, emerging managers, and strategic investors in sophisticated middle-market and upper-middle-market transactions.
- 6+ years of private equity, mergers & acquisitions, or corporate transactional experience gained at a sophisticated law firm
- Experience representing private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, strategic buyers and sellers, independent sponsors, and institutional investors
- Experience leading leveraged buyouts, acquisitions, dispositions, recapitalizations, growth equity investments, minority investments, and going-private transactions
- Experience drafting and negotiating purchase agreements, merger agreements, equity investment documents, operating agreements, and related transaction documentation
- Experience managing transaction teams, coordinating due diligence, and overseeing transactions from letter of intent through closing
- Experience advising clients regarding corporate governance, entity formation, and ongoing business matters
- Experience with private equity fund formation, venture capital, growth equity, mezzanine funds, real estate funds, or emerging manager representations is preferred
- Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Ability to independently lead sophisticated transactions while maintaining significant client interaction
- Excellent academic credentials
- J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required
- Illinois bar admission required or ability to become admitted
✅ Nationally recognized private equity platform
✅ Exposure to sophisticated sponsor-backed transactions across the full investment lifecycle
✅ Opportunity to represent leading private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, and emerging managers
✅ Significant client interaction and deal leadership opportunities
✅ Strong mentorship and partnership potential
✅ Collaborative AmLaw 100 environment consistently recognized by PitchBook, Bloomberg, Mergermarket, and Refinitiv
Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.
Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. Many attorneys find it helpful to understand what opportunities are available and how the current market compares before they begin considering a move.
I'm happy to provide additional information regarding compensation, billable expectations, partnership track, and how this opportunity compares to others currently on the market.
Confidential inquiries are always welcome.
Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition
[email protected]
(216) 710-5174
