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Los Angeles, CA, United States

Projects (M&A) Counsel

Attorney

1-3 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Los Angeles, CA is seeking a skilled Projects (M&A) Counsel to join their team. This role involves providing strategic legal advice and support on mergers and acquisitions projects, ensuring compliance and facilitating successful transactions.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and other corporate transactions.
• Conduct thorough due diligence reviews and risk assessments for M&A transactions.
• Draft, review, and negotiate transactional documents such as purchase agreements, merger agreements, and confidentiality agreements.
• Provide guidance on corporate governance matters and regulatory compliance related to M&A transactions.
• Collaborate with internal teams, clients, opposing counsel, and regulatory authorities throughout all stages of transactions.
• Assist in structuring complex corporate transactions to align with client objectives and legal requirements.
• Conduct legal research on various issues and provide clear and practical recommendations to clients.
• Stay abreast of changes in corporate laws, regulations, and market trends impacting M&A transactions.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active Bar membership in good standing in California.
• Experience practicing law with a focus on mergers and acquisitions, preferably within a law firm setting.
• Proven track record of successfully managing and closing M&A transactions.
• Strong knowledge of corporate finance, securities laws, and regulatory compliance.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Exceptional attention to detail and strong analytical skills.
• Commitment to maintaining high ethical standards and client confidentiality.

Preferred Certifications:

• Certification in Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) or related field is advantageous.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with international M&A transactions.
• Familiarity with tax implications in corporate transactions.
• Proficiency in additional languages is a plus.

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