This is an ongoing confidential partner search. The mandate is reviewed on a rolling basis with the client, and the description below is the current version.

Seeking a lateral partner to lead and grow a corporate/M&A practice in the Orange County office of a national full-service firm. The role focuses on leading complex transactional work, advising corporate clients on M&A and governance matters, and originating new engagements.

The partner will manage and mentor associates, work closely with regional teams across offices, and help expand client relationships in the region. This is a hands-on leadership role with significant business-development expectations.

Portable book of business of $2M+ (USD)
Established partner-level experience in M&A and corporate transactional work
Proven track record of originating and closing deals and developing client relationships
Experience managing teams and mentoring junior lawyers
Licensed to practice in the relevant US jurisdiction or eligible for admission

If the brief does not read like an exact match, a conversation is still worth having — the specification tends to follow the practice.

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