Corporate M&A Associate (Baltimore)

The role

DLA Piper seeks a Corporate M&A Associate with 2+ years of PQE for its Baltimore office. The role focuses on executing merger and acquisition transactions for private and public companies, with an emphasis on drafting principal acquisition agreements and direct negotiation.

What you'll do

• Conduct thorough and comprehensive legal research and analysis to support transaction preparation and strategy
• Draft well-written, error free, and reasoned legal documents, including contracts and other correspondence
• Assist/Manage a variety of complex cases/transactions from inception to resolution including negotiations, closings, and other legal activities
• Build, maintain, and cultivate strong internal and external client relationships by providing support, regular updates, advice, and addressing concerns promptly and with the utmost professionalism
• Work collaboratively with other lawyers and business professionals to support and develop innovative transaction strategies to achieve the most favorable outcomes for internal and external clients
• Attend, support, and participate in high-level negotiations
• Ensure rigorous compliance with legal standards and regulations, staying abreast of changes in law and legal precedents
• Proactively seek out and participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your legal knowledge, practice technology, management, and leadership skills
• Engage in and contribute to firm programs and initiatives, civic and professional organizations, and pro bono work

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