Our client is seeking a corporate transactional associate with 3–6 years of experience to join its Costa Mesa M&A and private equity practice. The team advises private equity funds and portfolio companies across a broad range of transactions and stages in the investment lifecycle.
The Work
- Support private equity clients and portfolio companies on transactions from initial investment through exit, helping advance deal execution and strategic objectives.
- Work on a range of mergers and acquisitions matters, from routine engagements to complex and transformational transactions.
- Contribute to sophisticated cross-border carve-outs, tax-free spin-offs and multi-billion-dollar going-private transactions.
- Engage with transactions involving industry-focused, growth equity, large-cap and middle-market private equity funds.
- Work alongside lawyers drawing on M&A, private equity finance, fund formation and capital markets capabilities to address transaction needs.
- Assist with matters shaped by complex global regulatory environments and varied industry considerations.
What You Bring
- Three to six years of corporate transactional experience, with a background in mergers and acquisitions and private equity transactions.
- At least two years of M&A and private equity transaction experience, consistent with the stated minimum for the role.
- Experience with transactions involving private equity funds or portfolio companies across investment, acquisition or exit stages.
- Exposure to sophisticated or cross-border transactions is relevant to the practice’s work, including carve-outs, spin-offs or going-private transactions.
Why Consider It
Join a global transactional platform that connects M&A, private equity finance, fund formation and capital markets capabilities.
The practice works across the private equity lifecycle and handles matters ranging from investments and exits to complex cross-border carve-outs, tax-free spin-offs and multi-billion-dollar going-private transactions.
The firm also describes comprehensive well-being benefits and resources for lawyers and their families.
Compensation & Benefits
Estimated base compensation is $260,000–$390,000 based on the 2026 Cravath scale; this is an estimate, not firm-stated compensation.
Confidentiality
This is a confidential opportunity. Contact Advocates Legal Recruiting to discuss the role and receive additional details about the client and team. All inquiries will be handled confidentially.