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Corporate M&A (Junior - Mid Level)- Minneapolis

Direct Counsel
Minneapolis, MN Full Time
POSTED ON 11/27/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/27/2026
Direct Counsel represents an AmLaw 100 firm seeking a Corporate Associate (1–4 years) to join its dynamic and growing Minneapolis team. The group handles a wide range of corporate matters, supported by a strong local presence and a national/global platform.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support mergers and acquisitions, commercial contract drafting, and general corporate matters.

  • Draft and negotiate M&A transaction documents and other key agreements.

  • Conduct legal research and provide high-quality written work product.

  • Collaborate with attorneys across teams and proactively manage assignments.

  • Technology transactions experience is preferred.

  • Must be admitted, or eligible for admission, to the Minnesota Bar.

Ideal Candidate

  • Strong academic credentials and excellent drafting skills.

  • Mergers and Acquisitions experience
  • Detail-oriented, diligent, proactive, and able to work seamlessly in a team.

  • Personable, professional, and comfortable communicating with clients.

  • Technology transactions are preferred

Compensation

  • Expected annual salary: $205,000–$260,000

  • Actual compensation will depend on experience, location, and other job-related factors.

  • Full-time employees may also be eligible for bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, disability insurance, FSAs, 401(k), PTO, and employee assistance programs.

Salary : $205,000 - $260,000

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