Corporate Associate — M&A & Private Equity

Top-tier corporate practice seeking a mid-level associate with a focus on sponsor-side M&A and private equity work. The role offers substantive responsibility on acquisitions, divestitures, growth investments, portfolio company matters and exits, working in small partner-led teams.

Position is open in the firm's San Diego or San Francisco offices and is aimed at a candidate who wants to build toward senior client-facing responsibility on an entrepreneurial platform while integrating into a robust national corporate practice.

• J.D. or LL.M. from an ABA-accredited law school
• Admission or eligibility for admission in California
• 3+ years of transactional experience in strategic M&A and private equity (funds, sponsor-side deals, portfolio company matters)
• Strong academic credentials, excellent written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, prioritize, meet deadlines, and maintain attention to detail