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Private Equity M&A Associate

Gamoran Legal Consulting
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 10/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/19/2026

Location: Washington, DC

Employment: Full-time

Experience: 4-7 years


A leading Law firm is seeking a Mid-Level / Senior Associate with 4-7 years of experience to join its Private Equity practice. This role offers exposure to sophisticated transactions, meaningful deal responsibility, and opportunities to strengthen client relationships and commercial judgment.


Key Responsibilities


  • Advise on private equity transactions, mergers and acquisitions, and leveraged recapitalizations.
  • Work on growth equity, venture capital investments, portfolio company exits, and equity compensation matters.
  • Manage transaction workstreams and coordinate with clients, counsel, and deal teams.
  • Support deal execution from due diligence through negotiation and closing.


Qualifications


  • 4-7 years of corporate, M&A, or private equity experience.
  • Strong transactional, analytical, drafting, and communication skills.
  • Ability to manage deal components independently and work effectively in teams.
  • Excellent academic credentials and comparable law firm experience.
  • Relevant bar admission or eligibility for prompt admission.
  • Deal sheet demonstrating relevant transactional experience.


Compensation: $250,000-$420,000 annual base salary, depending on class year, subject to flex-time adjustments.


The firm offers sophisticated deal experience, greater transaction ownership, and opportunities to develop client-facing skills and advance your private equity career.


To apply, submit your resume.

Salary : $250,000 - $420,000

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