We are seeking an experienced M&A Resource Attorney to join our dynamic team. This role provides an excellent opportunity to support the M&A group in a variety of ways, including transaction database management, form and precedent drafting, legal updates, and marketing/business development initiatives. The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of experience in US M&A corporate/transactional law and will collaborate with senior attorneys to support efficiency and effectiveness across the group. This role does not involve direct client billing.

Key Responsibilities

• Transaction Database Management: Input deal terms from signed deals into a newly revamped database, working with the knowledge management team to maintain and audit it.
• Form and Precedent Drafting/Management: Draft and revise templates and organize M&A group precedents, forms, and resources.
• Legal Updates: Monitor developments in M&A law and regulation, preparing summaries and alerts for the team. Ensure that practice resources reflect new legal requirements.
• Legal Education: Collaborate with the legal education team to develop content for associate training and firmwide M&A-related educational efforts.
• Marketing/Business Development: Partner with the marketing team to strategize M&A promotion, create blog content, and assist with materials for pitches, presentations, and publications.
• Assist with Individual Attorney Requests: Provide ongoing support to attorneys, helping them access precedents, templates, and other necessary resources.
• New Initiatives: Contribute to knowledge management, resource development, and practice innovation projects as they arise.
• Other Duties: Assist with additional projects as required.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of experience in US M&A corporate/transactional law.
• Strong understanding of public and private M&A, corporate governance, board fiduciary duties, and market trends.
• Excellent drafting, organizational, and communication skills.
• High attention to detail, particularly in document drafting and management.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Experience with both public and private M&A transactions.
• Flexibility to support new initiatives and evolving projects.
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Compensation and Benefits

• Expected annual pay range: $275,000 - $335,000 (final offer based on experience and location).
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending accounts.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&D, long-term care coverage, and backup care for children and/or adults.
• Four weeks of vacation, two weeks of sick leave, and 10 paid holidays annually.
• Generous parental leave and fertility benefits.
• Firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, LTD, and short-term medical benefits.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and fast-paced M&A practice at the forefront of legal innovation. Apply today to contribute to the success of our M&A group and help us continue to deliver high-quality legal work to our clients.