Mergers amp Acquisitions Resource Attorney

Mergers amp Acquisitions Resource Attorney Company name : BCG Attorney SearchExperience : 3-20 yrs requiredLocation : Chicago, IL, United StatesPosted on : Jan 01, 2025Valid Through : Jan 31, 2025Profile : A law firm seeks an experienced Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Resource Attorney to join its Chicago office. This role is tailored for an attorney with at least 7 years of experience in corporate transactional law. The M&A Resource Attorney will work in a supportive capacity, enhancing the efficiency of the M&A practice by managing critical resources, databases, precedents, and educational content. The ideal candidate will have expertise in both public and private M&A transactions and a passion for legal innovation and knowledge management.Duties : Transaction Database Management : Input and update deal terms from completed transactions into a comprehensive transaction database.Collaborate with the knowledge management team to audit, maintain, and improve the database’s content.Form and Precedent Drafting / Management : Draft and revise template documents, ensuring they reflect current legal standards and best practices.Organize and curate the M&A group's forms, precedents, and resources to ensure easy access for attorneys.Legal Updates : Monitor and summarize developments in M&A-related laws and regulations.Prepare timely updates and alerts for internal teams, ensuring legal changes are reflected in the firm's practice resources.Legal Education : Partner with the legal education team to brainstorm and develop content for training sessions on M&A topics.Contribute to the development of educational resources for associates and other team members.Marketing & Business Development : Work closely with the marketing team to strategize and create content to promote the M&A practice.Assist with business development initiatives, including preparing materials for pitches and presentations.Attorney Support : Provide daily assistance to attorneys by responding to requests for templates, precedents, and other practice resources.New Initiatives : Participate in knowledge management, resource development, and practice innovation projects.Assist in the rollout of new initiatives aimed at improving the practice's efficiency and knowledge sharing.Other Duties : Perform additional tasks as required by the firm to support the M&A practice group.Requirements : Experience : A minimum of 7 years of experience in U.S.-based M&A corporate / transactional law.In-depth understanding of public and private M&A, corporate governance, and board fiduciary duties.Proven ability to manage multiple projects and coordinate with various stakeholders effectively.Skills : Strong drafting skills, with an attention to detail for preparing high-quality legal documents.Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, with experience in managing ongoing projects.Ability to work collaboratively with a team and support the senior resource attorney.Flexibility to adapt to evolving projects and take on new initiatives as they arise.Success Factors : High attention to detail for ensuring quality and accuracy in form document creation.Strong organizational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.Ability to adapt to new challenges and work with diverse teams within the firm.Education : Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.Certifications : Licensed to practice law in a U.S. jurisdiction.Benefits : Medical, dental, and vision insurance.Health Savings Account (HSA).Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care.Life insurance and AD&D.Backup care for children and adults.Parental support benefits, including fertility assistance.Generous paid time off (4 weeks vacation, 2 weeks sick leave).10 paid holidays per year.Firm-paid life insurance, AD&D, and long-term disability coverage.Parental leave benefits.Company info : BCG Attorney Search200 South Wacker Drive, 31st FloorChicago, IllinoisUnited States 60606Phone : (312) 321-9411Fax : (213) 895-7306#J-18808-Ljbffr