Associate Attorney, Corporate M&A | $150,000–$200,000 | Chicago | Sophisticated Deals in a Growing, Collaborative Platform

M&A Associate | Manhattan, NY (Hybrid) – Base Salary $220,000

M&A Associate Location/Schedule: Manhattan, NY (Hybrid)

Base Salary: $220,000

Practice: Mergers & Acquisitions – Domestic and cross-border transactions, strategic acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, PIPEs, private equity/venture deals, and complex corporate restructurings for public/private companies, investors, and growth-stage clients in capital markets and emerging sectors

What stands out about this opportunity:

• Extremely Entrepreneurial, Individual-First Culture – The firm invests heavily in YOU and your personal book of business, prioritizing attorney growth and autonomy over rigid "firm-first" structures in a relationship-focused environment.
• Lean, High-Autonomy Setup – Enjoy a DIY boutique model with direct client contact from early on, full ownership of matters, and the freedom to run your own show in sophisticated deals.
• Aggressive Growth Trajectory – Join during a phase of rapid expansion (doubling headcount targeted in 3–5 years), with massive opportunities to build significant impact, shape practice development, and advance quickly in a fast-growing national firm.
• Boutique Fast-Growth Advantage – Step into a dynamic, boutique-style firm that's scaling aggressively while delivering high-caliber M&A counsel, backed by a track record of handling billions in transactions and recent Best Law Firms recognition in Mergers & Acquisitions.
• Strong Rewards in a Results-Driven Firm – Command a competitive $220,000+ base with performance incentives in a collaborative setting that rewards initiative, client wins, and long-term contributions to the firm's momentum.

Core Requirements (Flexibility for Exceptional Candidates):

• JD from an accredited law school and active New York State Bar admission (additional jurisdictions a plus).
• 3+ years of M&A/transactional experience, ideally involving acquisitions, private equity, securities, or corporate finance matters.
• Strong skills in deal structuring, due diligence, drafting (agreements, disclosures), negotiations, and advising clients on complex transactions.

If this aligns with your drive for ownership and growth, reach out for a quick, private chat.