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Summary

This associate will be focused primarily on advising strategic buyers and sellers or private equity firms on M&A matters both in Chicago’s fast-growing market and beyond. The ideal candidate will have experience running high-profile M&A or PE transactions and will have spent a majority of their time on M&A or PE matters.  The ideal candidate will have 7 years of experience at a leading corporate law firm. Superior academic credentials and excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills are required.

Education 

JD 

Bar Admission 

Admitted to practice in Illinois

Minimum Years of Experience

Direct and applicable AmLaw 100 firm and experience.

Job Competencies & Desired Skills 

Strong analytical and writing skills 

Attention to detail 

Good business judgment 

Excellent organizational skills 

Ability to work collaboratively and independently 

Demonstrated oral and written communication skills 

Research and problem-solving skills 

Conceptual thinking 

Ability to influence others 

Persuasive communication 

Management skills 

General & Essential Job Expectations 

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to: 

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; 

Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned; 

Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people. 

Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Other Requirements 

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 with some in-office expectations 

Application Process  Please apply online if you are a direct applicant.  Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email.  If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process or if you have any questions about the process, please contact legalrecruiting-bos@us.dlapiper.com.  Please add dlapiper@myworkday.com to your list of safe senders. 

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 legalrecruiting-bos@us.dlapiper.com. 

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 legalrecruiting-bos@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 legalrecruiting-bos@us.dlapiper.com. 

Pay Transparency
The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $435,000 - $480,000 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).

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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.