What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate M&A Attorney – 3-6 years of experience – 1850 billable hours position at Permanent Placements LLC?
Position Locations: Chicago, Milwaukee, Phoenix
Salary: $175,000 - $280,000
Schedule: 3/2 Hybrid
Firm Description:
Our client is a national, multidisciplinary Am Law 200 firm with approximately 500 attorneys across major U.S. markets, including the Midwest, East Coast, and Southwest. The firm provides business‑focused legal counsel to a wide range of clients, from major national and multinational corporations to educational institutions, government agencies, emerging companies, and nonprofit organizations. With more than a century of history, the firm is known for delivering strategic, practical solutions across key practice areas such as corporate and business law, litigation, intellectual property, real estate, healthcare, labor and employment, and regulatory compliance. Its attorneys collaborate across offices to offer seamless, industry‑specific representation and support clients navigating complex transactional, regulatory, and litigation matters.
Position Description:
Our client is seeking a Corporate Associate with 3–6 years of law firm experience to join its Business Law team in Chicago, Phoenix, or Milwaukee.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft and negotiate transaction documents for mergers, acquisitions, and other corporate transactions
- Conduct and manage due diligence reviews in connection with M&A matters
- Work closely with clients and senior attorneys throughout the transaction lifecycle
- Provide practical, strategic legal counsel on complex business matters
Qualifications:
- 3–6 years of corporate law experience in a law firm setting
- Experience handling mergers and acquisitions transactions
- Strong due diligence, drafting, analytical, and organizational skills
- Excellent academic credentials
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Why Consider This Opportunity?
- Greater responsibility and hands-on involvement in sophisticated transactions
- Direct client interaction and meaningful business exposure
- Strong mentorship and professional development opportunities
- Collaborative, collegial, and supportive firm culture
- Challenging and intellectually engaging work with a highly regarded team
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney looking to take the next step in their career while building a long-term practice within a respected and growth-oriented firm.
Salary : $175,000 - $280,000