M&A Associate Attorney - Gpac

Job Title:Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Associate 

Location:(Hybrid: 2 days remote, 3 days in office)

**About:**
Our client believes in fostering a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment where attorneys and staff collaborate, innovate, and grow. The firm values accountability, quality, teamwork, and a strong reputation in the legal community. They are dedicated to helping their team members reach their full potential through mentorship, professional development, and a supportive atmosphere.The firm rewards hard work and initiative while promoting a culture that encourages collaboration and creativity.

**Key Responsibilities:**
- Handle a wide range of mergers, acquisitions, dispositions, joint ventures, and corporate reorganizations.
- Conduct due diligence, draft and negotiate purchase agreements, and assist with the structuring of transactions.
- Provide strategic counsel to corporate clients on M&A deals, including public and private transactions.
- Collaborate with other attorneys across the firm in areas such as tax, finance, and real estate to provide comprehensive client solutions.
- Assist in advising clients on corporate governance and compliance matters related to M&A.
- Participate in client meetings and manage multiple projects concurrently.

**Qualifications:**
- 2-4  years of experience in M&A, corporate transactions, or a related practice area (experience level determines salary).
- JD from an accredited law school; top law school is a plus, but not required.
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Licensed to practice law in Virginia.
- Ability to work collaboratively and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

**Compensation & Benefits:**
- Base salary starting at $145K for first-year associates (commensurate with experience).
- 1,750 billable hours requirement.
- Discretionary bonus.
- Hybrid work model: 2 days remote per week.
- Formal mentorship and professional development programs.
- Open to seeing partners with existing books of business.

**Why?**
- Join a firm that values innovation, initiative, and teamwork.
- Be part of a supportive and collaborative environment with opportunities for growth and leadership.
- Access to formal mentorship and development programs designed to advance your career.

If you would like to leearn more about this role, please email me at sierra.ragland@gogpac.com.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.