Senior Private Equity Associate Attorney – Am Law 100 Firm

Senior Private Equity Associate Attorney – Am Law 100 Firm

About the Position:
Our client, a leading international law firm, has an active need for an experienced private equity lawyer (5-7 yrs of experience) to join its Corporate and Private Equity practice as a senior associate in Chicago. The attorneys in this practice focus on a variety of private equity transactions, including leveraged buy-outs, independent sponsor transactions, rollups, minority and junior capital investments, “going private” transactions and purchases of companies in or out of bankruptcy.

Highlights:
· Recognized as one of North America’s most innovative law firms by Financial Times
· Ranked in BTI Consulting’s Client Service A-Team 2024 list
· Named as one of the best law firms in Chicago by Vault Law
· Ranked among top corporate law firms in benchmarking league tables by PitchBook, Bloomberg, and others

Responsibilities:
· Advise clients on acquisitions for private equity funds, ensuring deals align with the fund’s strategic goals
· Provide debt financing advice for private equity deals
· Perform due diligence to identify potential liabilities and risks

Required Qualifications:
· 5 – 7 years of experience with acquisitions for private equity funds
· Demonstrated ability to lead transactions
· Strong academic credentials

Location:
Chicago, IL (Hybrid)

Compensation:
The anticipated base salary range for this position is $355,000 – $410,000.

Position Type

• Associate

Employment Type

• Law Firm

Practice Areas

• Corporate/Securities

Job ID

• 2440

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