Relocation support is available, and admission to or eligibility to waive into the relevant jurisdiction within 36 months is required.
About the Opportunity
If youre craving a corporate practice that actually feels different one that pairs Silicon Valleys entrepreneurial energy with the rigor of a nationally recognized M&A powerhouseyoull feel at home here. Our client is one of the most respected technology-focused law firms in the country, advising the companies reshaping how the world works. Youll join a premier M&A group completing industry-defining transactions across tech and life sciences, while working in a culture known for authenticity, humility, and zero pretense. If you want world-class deal exposure without the rigid hierarchy of traditional BigLaw, this is it.
About the Firm
Our client is a nationally recognized law firm known for its deep alignment with technology and life sciences companiesfrom early-stage startups to global public leaders. The M&A practice has been honored repeatedly as one of the top technology deal teams in the country and has completed over $750 billion in transactions in recent years, including high-profile strategic exits and complex cross-border acquisitions.
What sets this firm apart is its unique blend of :
- Elite deal sophistication
- A free-market staffing model that empowers associates to chart their own course
- A down-to-earth, West Coast-influenced culture that values authenticity, collaboration, and autonomy
- An environment where associates grow quickly, build meaningful relationships with partners, and have pathways both to partnership and to outstanding in-house roles at top technology companies
Role Overview
We are seeking a Mid-Level Corporate M&A Associate with 35 years of experience at a leading law firm. This individual will join a highly selective, high-performing M&A group that handles sophisticated transactions across the technology and life sciences sectors.
This role is available in the following offices :
New YorkSilicon Valley / Palo AltoSan FranciscoSeattleRelocation support is available, and admission to or eligibility to waive into the relevant jurisdiction within 36 months is required.
What Youll Do
As a mid-level associate in this practice, you will :
Work on complex domestic and cross-border M&A transactions, including strategic acquisitions, divestitures, carve-outs, and multi-party dealsLead and manage key workstreams, with increasing autonomy as you demonstrate capabilityDraft and negotiate transaction documentsAdvise clients ranging from hyper-growth startups to global market leadersCollaborate closely with partners and senior associates who invest deeply in associate developmentParticipate in a free-market staffing environment where you can choose deals and partners that align with your interestsBuild expertise across technology and life sciences dealmakingContribute to a practice known for speed, sophistication, and incredibly high client service standardsWhat Makes This Role Different
True free-market model : You choose your work, your partners, and your trajectory.West Coast culture across all offices : No ego, no pretense, just exceptional attorneys who care about the work and each other.Accelerated development : Associates here grow faster because they get hands-on, meaningful deal responsibility early.Top-tier training & mentorship : Through a structured university model and practice management support.Elite client base : Youll work with the most innovative companies in tech and life sciences.Realistic career pathways : Many associates successfully move in-house to high-caliber tech clients; others build long-term careers at the firm.Ideal Candidate Profile
Required
35 years of M&A experience at a leading corporate firmActive bar membership in the relevant jurisdiction OR eligibility to waive in within 36 monthsStrong academic credentials from a top law schoolExcellent drafting, negotiation, and communication skillsDemonstrated experience managing key parts of M&A deal processesExperience or interest in technology and / or life sciencesPreferred
Significant M&A deal sheet demonstrating complexity and leadership on workstreamsExposure to cross-border dealsPrior experience with technology companies, startup clients, or innovation-driven acquirersCompensation
Base salary ranges from $260,000 $310,000 depending on level and location, with eligibility for discretionary bonus. The firm follows a tiered competency-based leveling system aligned with market-leading compensation structures.
Comprehensive benefits include :
Medical, dental, visionLife and disability insuranceHealth Savings and Flexible Spending AccountsWellness programsHybrid work model (3 days in office)Application Details
Please note that if we decide to move you forward into the process we will ask you to provide a deal sheet and law school transcripts.