Corporate and Private Equity Partner

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Corporate and Private Equity Partner with 8-15 years of sophisticated transactional experience to join its team in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate will have significant experience representing private equity sponsors, portfolio companies, and strategic buyers, as well as founders in exit transactions. This role offers the opportunity to work in a collegial, collaborative environment.

Duties

• Represent private equity funds, portfolio companies, and corporate clients in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other strategic transactions.
• Draft, negotiate, and manage purchase agreements, LLC agreements, and related transaction documents.
• Conduct and supervise due diligence reviews and coordinate transaction closings.
• Advise clients on corporate governance matters, ownership structures, and ongoing business operations.
• Work directly with clients, investment professionals, lenders, accountants, and opposing counsel throughout the transaction lifecycle.
• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice groups to provide comprehensive legal solutions to clients.

Requirements

• 6-15 years of meaningful corporate and transactional experience at a law firm or comparable legal environment.
• Significant experience handling M&A transactions and private equity investments.
• Experience representing sponsors, portfolio companies, founders, management teams, or strategic buyers.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and client counseling skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple transactions and work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Excellent academic credentials and written and verbal communication skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admitted and in good standing in the state where they practice.

Skills

• High emotional intelligence and ability to work in a collaborative environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work in a collegial, collaborative environment.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1629 K ST NW, Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20006
Phone : (202) 955-5585
Fax : (213) 895-7306