Dallas | Hybrid

Private Equity Senior Associate Attorney

AmLaw 200 Opportunity

Compensation

$310,000 – $435,000

A highly respected national law firm is seeking a Private Equity Senior Associate Attorney to join its Dallas office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, strategic investors, and other market participants in sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactions.

Ideal Background

• 6 years of private equity, mergers & acquisitions, or corporate transactional experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

• Significant experience representing private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, and strategic investors in complex transactions

• Experience handling acquisitions, dispositions, leveraged buyouts, recapitalizations, growth equity investments, and other private equity transactions

• Experience drafting and negotiating purchase agreements, equity investment documents, operating agreements, and related transaction documentation

• Experience leading transaction teams, managing deal processes, and coordinating with clients and outside advisors

• Experience advising clients on general corporate governance matters is preferred

• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and communication skills

• Ability to independently manage sophisticated transactions and maintain significant client contact

• Excellent academic credentials

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

• Texas bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

✅ Sophisticated private equity and M&A platform

✅ Representation of premier private equity sponsors and portfolio companies

✅ Significant client interaction and responsibility

✅ Opportunity to lead complex domestic and cross-border transactions

✅ Strong mentorship and professional development

✅ Collaborative and team-oriented environment

Interested?

Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.

Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. I'm happy to provide additional information and discuss how this role compares to others currently on the market.

Confidential inquiries welcome.

Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition

devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
(216) 710-5174