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About the Role

DLA Piper is seeking a junior to mid-level associate for its market-leading M&A group in the Austin office. This role requires a primary focus on mergers & acquisitions, with experience in large, sophisticated transactions. Both strategic and private equity M&A experience are welcome. Candidates must have direct big law firm experience, immediately transferable skills, and strong academic backgrounds from nationally recognized schools.

Responsibilities

Manage and support complex domestic and cross-border corporate, finance, real estate, tax, employment, and other transactional matters from inception through closing and post-closing activities.
Conduct legal due diligence, analyze findings, identify risks, and develop practical recommendations for clients.
Draft, review, negotiate, and revise contracts, transaction documents, disclosure schedules, and ancillary agreements.
Structure transactions and provide strategic advice regarding legal, regulatory, business, and operational considerations.
Support deal execution, including managing timelines, coordinating workstreams, and facilitating communication among transaction parties.
Participate in negotiations with clients, counterparties, lenders, investors, regulators, and other stakeholders.
Coordinate and manage transaction closings, including closing documentation, signatures, funds flow, and post-closing obligations.
Analyze and advise on applicable regulatory requirements, governance matters, and compliance considerations affecting transactions.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary legal teams and business professionals to deliver integrated solutions that support client objectives and successful transaction outcomes.

Requirements

Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 law firm experience required.
Must be admitted to practice in Texas or be able to waive in without the need for taking the Texas bar.
All DLA Piper employees are expected to demonstrate excellence in how we serve our clients and develop our people, upholding our firm values as part of our culture.
Communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and external audiences.
Produce high-quality work and respond to correspondence in an efficient, timely, and professional manner.
Meet deadlines, manage competing priorities, and commit to meeting high standards.
Comply with firm policies and procedures.
Maintain confidences as required in a law firm environment.
Sedentary work: This is primarily sedentary work, requiring occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or move objects.
The role involves sitting for extended periods, with occasional walking and standing, and occasional travel, both domestic and international.
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.
Per the terms of our agreement, all candidates must be submitted through the firm’s agency portal for consideration.

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.

Location

Austin

Work Type

In-office

Experience Level

Junior to mid-level
2-7 years of M&A experience

Education Level

JD
Degree from an accredited law school

Salary/Compensations

$235,000 - $420,000 per year

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision insurance
401(k)

About the Company

DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive.
Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm.
Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career.
We are committed to excellence in how we serve our clients and develop our people.

Equal Opportunity

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.