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Mid-level Corporate Associate in Philadelphia—research, drafting, and negotiations in M&A transactions.
DLA Piper seeks a JD holder with 2‑5 years corporate experience and strong legal research skills.
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Summary
DLA Piper is seeking an associate to join our growing corporate group in its Philadelphia office. The candidate must have experience executing merger and acquisitions transactions for private and public companies, with a desired emphasis on drafting principal acquisition agreements and direct negotiation thereof. Candidates must have direct and applicable big law firm experience, immediately transferable skills and strong academic backgrounds from nationally recognized schools.
Responsibilities
- Legal Research: Conduct thorough and comprehensive legal research and analysis to support transaction preparation and strategy.
- Legal Writing: Draft well‑written, error free, and reasoned legal documents, including memos, contracts, and correspondence.
- Transaction Assistance and Management: Assist/Manage a variety of complex transactions from inception to resolution including preparing for trials, negotiations, settlements, closings, and other legal activities while continuously demonstrating strong judgement.
- Internal/External Client Interaction: Build, maintain, and cultivate strong internal and external client relationships by providing support, regular updates, advice, and addressing concerns promptly and with the utmost professionalism.
- Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other lawyers and business professionals to support and develop innovative transaction strategies to achieve the most favorable outcomes for internal and external clients.
- Attend, support, and participate in high‑level legal activities including client calls and meetings, negotiations, etc.
- Compliance: Ensure rigorous compliance with legal standards and regulations, staying abreast of changes in law and legal precedents.
- Professional Development: Proactively seek out and participate in ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your legal knowledge, practice technology, management, and leadership skills.
- Firm Citizenship and Community Involvement: Engage in and contribute to; firm programs and initiatives; civic and professional organizations; pro bono work by providing legal assistance to underserved and underrepresented communities.
Desired Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Strong research, analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Good business and professional judgment.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
- Conceptual thinking.
- Persuasive communication.
- Management skills.
Minimum Education
JD Degree from an accredited law school.
Certifications
Admitted to practice in the state of Pennsylvania.
Minimum Years of Experience
2‑5 years of corporate experience. Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 firm and experience preferred.
Essential Job Expectations
- Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;
- Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;
- Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;
- Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;
- Foster positive work relationships;
- Comply with all firm policies and practices;
- Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on‑screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;
- Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast‑paced environment;
- Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.
Physical Demands
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Work Environment
Hybrid - Regular in‑office presence with some flexibility for work‑from‑home
Disclaimer
The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at‑will nature of employment.
Application Process
Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact CorporateTalent@us.dlapiper.com .
Search Firms
Per the terms of our agreement, all candidates must be submitted through the firm’s agency portal for consideration. If you have an agreement with the firm, please log in to the agency portal. If you do not have an agreement with us and would like us to consider candidates, please send a blind candidate profile to CorporateTalent@us.dlapiper.com .
Pay Transparency
The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $235,000 - $365,000 per year depending on the candidate’s geographic market location. The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k). Applicants who are not based in the jurisdiction in which this position is posted and who apply for this role are doing so voluntary and are not eligible for relocation assistance. Any relocation benefits, if any, are provided only where a relocation is required at the firm’s direction and in accordance with applicable policy and law. #LI-Hybrid #LI-CS1
DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Job applicant poster viewing center .