Corporate & Business Transactions - Midlevel Associate

Job Description

Job Description

Direct Counsel is partnering with one of the world’s leading international law firms, seeking highly qualified mid-level Corporate Associates for its Corporate & Business Transactions group. This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney who thrives in sophisticated deal work and wants to join a top-tier platform handling high-value domestic and cross-border transactions.

About the Role

The firm is seeking candidates with 3–5 years of law firm experience in :

Mergers & acquisitions (buyer- and seller-side)

Private equity transactions

Drafting and negotiating complex transaction documents

Managing deal processes and conducting due diligence

Ideal candidates will bring :

Excellent academic credentials

Strong drafting, analytical, and organizational skills

The ability to work efficiently on fast-paced, high-stakes transactions

This role provides direct exposure to sophisticated clients—from emerging companies to global enterprises—and the chance to work within a collaborative, deeply experienced transactional team.

Eligible Office Locations

Candidates may sit in :

Boston

Hartford

Houston

Los Angeles

New York

Orange County (Costa Mesa, CA)

Philadelphia

Pittsburgh

Silicon Valley

San Francisco

Applicants must be active members of the bar in the state corresponding to their chosen office.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range (NJ, NY, CA, Washington, D.C.) : $225,000 – $435,000

Final compensation will vary based on :

Experience & transactional expertise

Business needs and market conditions

Education, licensing, and geographic location

Total compensation may include :

Comprehensive medical and financial benefits

401(k) eligibility

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

Additional firm wide discretionary programs

All positions are at-will , and compensation may be adjusted based on individual or firm performance and market changes.

About Direct Counsel

Direct Counsel partners with leading law firms and in-house legal departments nationwide to connect talented attorneys with outstanding opportunities. We take pride in matching professionals with roles that align with their expertise, values, and long-term career goals.

Apply confidentially by sending your resume to sagan@directcounsel.net