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Private Equity Associate — Corporate (Washington)

An Am Law 100 firm

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Top-tier law firm seeks a 3rd–6th year private equity attorney to join a busy corporate team in Washington. The role will support private equity sponsors and portfolio companies on acquisitions, dispositions and related corporate matters in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Day-to-day responsibilities include drafting and negotiating purchase and merger agreements, LLC and LP agreements and ancillary transaction documents, and managing deal-related workstreams as an extension of client business teams. Strong drafting, writing, analytical and project-management skills are essential.

The team values excellent academic credentials and prior large-firm private equity/M&A experience. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including parental leave and other employee support programs.

  • 3–6 years of PQE with private equity and M&A transaction experience
  • Proven experience drafting and negotiating purchase/merger agreements and LLC/LP agreements
  • Strong drafting, writing, analytical and organizational skills
  • Experience working at a large law firm and comfort working directly with sponsor and portfolio company teams
  • Excellent academic record

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