DLA Piper

Corporate M&A Associate (Chicago)

Chicago, IL

Sponsorship not specified$260k-$420kDetected 21 days ago

NegotiationM&AResearchLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem Solving

About the role

Legal Research: Conduct thorough and comprehensive legal research and analysis to support case/transaction preparation and strategy.
Legal Writing: Draft well-written, error free, and reasoned legal documents, including briefs, motions, contracts, and correspondence.
Case/Transaction Assistance and Management: Assist/Manage a variety of complex cases/transactions from inception to resolution including preparing for trials, negotiations, settlements, closings, and other legal activities while continuously demonstrating strong judgement.
Internal/External Client Interaction: Build, maintain, and cultivate strong internal and external client relationships by providing support, regular updates, advice, and addressing concerns promptly and with the utmost professionalism.
Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other lawyers and business professionals to support and develop innovative case/transaction strategies to achieve the most favorable outcomes for internal and external clients.
Attend, support, and participate in high-level legal activities including court hearings, depositions, negotiations, trials, etc.

Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career.
The candidate must have experience executing merger and acquisitions transactions for private and public companies, with a desired emphasis on drafting principal acquisition agreements and direct negotiation thereof.
Candidates must have direct and applicable big law firm experience, immediately transferable skills and strong academic backgrounds from nationally recognized schools.
Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;
Minimum Years of Experience

The firm's expected hiring range for this position is $260,000 - $420,000 per year depending on the candidate's geographic market location.
The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate's experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications.
Applicants who are not based in the jurisdiction in which this position is posted and who apply for this role are doing so voluntary and are not eligible for relocation assistance.
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Minimum Education
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
Any relocation benefits, if any, are provided only where a relocation is required at the firm's direction and in accordance with applicable policy and law.
Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process.
The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate's experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Firm Citizenship and Community Involvement: Engage in and contribute to; firm programs and initiatives; civic and professional organizations; pro bono work by providing legal assistance to underse

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