Senior Corporate and Private Equity Associate

Profile

Job Overview

An elite national law firm is seeking a Senior Associate to join its Corporate and Private Equity practice group. This is a career-defining opportunity for an experienced transactional attorney looking to work with a nationally ranked legal team advising clients across the private equity spectrum. The position involves high-level work with a focus on complex transactions and fund formations for both emerging and established market participants.

Location

• Los Angeles, CA

Duties

• Serve as lead associate in private equity deals, including:

  • Leveraged buyouts

  • Roll-up transactions

  • Minority and junior capital investments

  • Independent sponsor transactions

  • “Going private” acquisitions

  • Distressed asset acquisitions in and out of bankruptcy

• Provide counsel on fund formation and structure, including:

  • Private equity

  • Growth equity

  • Venture capital

  • Mezzanine and real estate funds

• Represent both fund managers and limited partners

• Draft, negotiate, and manage complex legal documentation

• Collaborate with internal teams across a large national platform

• Advise clients independently with a high level of professional autonomy

Requirements

• 5 to 7 years of experience handling acquisitions and private equity fund transactions

• Proven ability to independently lead sophisticated deals

• Active license with the Texas State Bar

• Demonstrated success working with high-level clients

• Experience in a fast-paced, national platform setting preferred

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Must be licensed to practice law in Texas (in good standing)

Skills

• Deep knowledge of corporate and private equity legal frameworks

• Excellent drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities

• Ability to manage multiple high-stakes matters simultaneously

• Client-focused approach with sound business judgment

• Experience engaging with sponsors, general partners, and institutional investors

Benefits

• Competitive salary structure

• Merit-based and billable hour bonus opportunities

• Billable credit for pro bono legal services

• Hybrid work flexibility supporting work-life balance

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Supportive, inclusive, and growth-focused legal culture

• Opportunity to join a team consistently ranked among the top corporate law platforms by industry benchmarks such as PitchBook, Bloomberg, Mergermarket, and Refinitiv

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10537 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 301
Century City
California
United States 90025
Phone : (310) 444 0000
Fax : (213) 895-7306