Mid-Level Corporate Attorney (M&A Focus) | Minneapolis (Hybrid) A leading, full-service law firm in downtown Minneapolis is seeking a mid-level Corporate Attorney (5–7+ years of experience) to join its sophisticated business transactions practice. This is an excellent opportunity to work closely with experienced dealmakers on a wide range of mergers and acquisitions while maintaining meaningful autonomy within a highly collaborative team environment.
About the Role In this position, you will counsel privately held companies, entrepreneurs, and investment groups on a broad range of business transactions across multiple industries. The team works on deals spanning a wide spectrum in size and complexity, providing experience with both middle-market matters and more intricate, high-value transactions involving multiple stakeholders.
You’ll play an active role at every stage of the transaction process - from early planning and due diligence through drafting, negotiation, and closing - while delivering practical, commercially focused guidance to clients.
Key Responsibilities
- Structure and execute a wide range of transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, recapitalizations, and corporate reorganizations
- Lead and support due diligence efforts, identifying legal and business risks
- Draft and negotiate transaction documents, including letters of intent, purchase agreements, and ancillary agreements
- Advise clients on financing arrangements, coordinating with lenders and investors
- Navigate regulatory and compliance considerations, including antitrust-related matters and required filings
- Counsel clients on strategic transactions such as joint ventures, partnerships, and cross-border deals
Qualifications
- 4–9 years of corporate law experience, with a strong emphasis on M&A
- Experience handling transactions from inception through closing
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and client counseling skills
- Ability to manage multiple matters and work both independently and collaboratively
- Admission to practice in Minnesota (or ability to waive in)
Why Consider This Opportunity
- Hybrid schedule with flexibility
- High level of responsibility and client exposure, paired with strong team support
- Broad deal experience across industries and transaction sizes
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
- Collegial, team-oriented culture with an emphasis on professional growth and autonomy
Benefits Overview
- Base + Bonus Incentives
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Long & Short-Term Disability
- 401k (with match)