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M&A Private Equity Attorney

  2026-01-18     Lateral Link     Hayward,CA  
Description:

Run sponsor-side transactions end-to-end. Draft, negotiate, and lead core workstreams across buyouts, add-ons, minority/growth investments, venture rounds, recapitalizations, exits, and executive equity.

BigLaw salary PLUS get a full end of year bonus + signing bonus if you start before the end of the year.

What you'll do:

  • Run PE/M&A workstreams with direct client contact.
  • Draft/negotiate SPAs, merger and rollover docs, equity and incentive plans, key ancillaries.
  • Own diligence, closings, and counterparty/advisor coordination.
  • Mentor juniors; regular partner exposure.

What you bring:

  • 3+ years at a leading firm in PE/M&A or growth/VC.
  • Proven independent ownership within a team.
  • Strong business judgment and crisp writing/speaking.
  • CA bar or eligibility (next exam/waiver).

Why this platform:

  • AmLaw 25 firm
  • National PE/growth footprint with real document ownership and sponsor exposure.
  • High deal velocity, structured training, clear advancement.
  • Hybrid schedule

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