Litigation Of Counsel – Mergers & Acquisitions Disputes

Direct Counsel is seeking an Of Counsel to join the Business & Commercial Litigation Practice of a leading Am Law firm. This opportunity is ideal for an attorney with 8 years of experience handling sophisticated post-closing M&A disputes, including indemnification claims and representations and warranties (R&W) insurance litigation.

The ideal candidate has extensive experience litigating complex business disputes arising from mergers and acquisitions, a deep understanding of transaction documentation, and the ability to lead litigation strategy while mentoring junior attorneys and managing client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex post-closing M&A disputes, including indemnification claims and representations and warranties (R&W) insurance litigation.
• Analyze and interpret purchase agreements and other M&A transaction documents in connection with high-stakes commercial disputes.
• Develop and execute litigation strategy through all phases of litigation, arbitration, mediation, and settlement negotiations.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda, discovery requests and responses, and other litigation filings.
• Collaborate with damages experts and other consultants to develop claims and defenses.
• Conduct and defend depositions, oversee fact development, and manage complex discovery efforts.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for clients while providing strategic, business-focused legal advice.
• Supervise and mentor associates and help manage litigation teams on sophisticated matters.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school with strong academic credentials.
• 8 years of commercial litigation experience at a leading law firm.
• Significant experience handling post-closing M&A indemnification disputes and/or representations and warranties insurance litigation.
• Strong understanding of M&A transaction documentation and damages analysis.
• Superior legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent communication, client management, and leadership abilities.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to independently manage complex matters.
• Active bar admission in the jurisdiction where applying.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary of $400,000–$525,000, depending on experience and location.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and 401(k) retirement benefits.
• Hybrid work environment with regular in-office collaboration and flexibility for remote work.
• Opportunity to lead sophisticated, high-profile M&A disputes while working alongside nationally recognized litigators in a collaborative and entrepreneurial practice.