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Counsel - Mergers & Acquisitions / Private Equity

Advocates Legal Recruiting
York, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 5/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/1/2026


Of Counsel | Corporate M&A / Private Equity | New York

Our AmLaw 100 client is hiring an Of Counsel to drive sponsor-side and strategic M&A from New York. Expect direct client access, complex deal work, and room to run on a national platform with deep private equity bench strength.

Role Summary

  • Lead and advise on acquisitions, dispositions, minority investments, and related corporate transactions for PE funds and portfolio companies, as well as strategic buyers and sellers.

  • Own drafting across the deal stack, manage timelines and workstreams, and steer negotiations with counterparties.

  • Serve as day-to-day contact for clients; handle general corporate matters as needed.

Candidate Profile

  • Class years 2015 or current Of Counsel. Significant M&A experience from a top firm.

  • Strong command of market terms and corporate law; proven deal management and drafting skills.

  • Entrepreneurial mindset with interest in business development; comfortable operating with autonomy.

Why This Role

  • High-impact seat on a leading M&A and private equity platform with sophisticated matters and cross-office collaboration.

  • Real client ownership and independence from day one.

  • Competitive compensation: base expected at $470,000 plus discretionary performance bonus, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, paid time off, parental leave, basic life insurance, and FSAs. Location: New York.

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