19 May 2026
Compensation
$235,000 – $390,000
Key requirements
Two to five years of experience in mergers and acquisitions Significant experience handling private and public company M&A transactions Substantial experience running deals and managing high-level responsibilities A business development-oriented mindset
TrendsThe role
Paul Hastings seeks a mid-level M&A Associate with 2-5 years of experience to join their New York team. This role focuses on Strategic and Public M&A transactions, including takeover defense and shareholder activism matters, for leading companies and financial institutions.
What you'll do
- Represent parties in connection with public and private company transactions
- Handle takeover defense matters including shareholder activism
What we're looking for
Two to five years of experience in mergers and acquisitions
Significant experience handling private and public company M&A transactions
Substantial experience running deals and managing high-level responsibilities
A business development-oriented mindset
Good understanding of corporate law and market terms
Effective deal management skills
U.S. law firm experience
Outstanding academics
Admitted to and in good standing with the New York State Bar
Experience predominately in Strategic and Public M&A, not Private Equity· nice to have
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Paul Hastings · New York · $235,000 – $390,000
New York · $235,000 – $390,000