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Our client, a prestigious V20 firm, is actively seeking stellar mid-level and senior associates to join their dynamic Mergers & Acquisitions practice. With a focus on high-profile transactions, this is a fantastic opportunity to work with top-tier clients in a global setting. This role offers you the chance to work with a diverse range of international and domestic companies. You'll be part of a team that has advised on over 1,500 M&A transactions worldwide. Our client is a top law firm known globally for its skill in mergers and acquisitions. They assist various companies and financial institutions worldwide with expert legal advice on complex deals. As a M&A Associate, you will: Lead due diligence processes and draft ancillary agreements. Draft primary deal documents and interface with clients. Work on acquisitions, divestitures, mergers, and joint ventures. Collaborate with private equity funds and financial institutions. Ensure effective management of the sale process. Contribute to corporate governance and strategy. Package and Benefits: Annual salary ranging from $225,000 to $435,000, depending on experience. Opportunities to work on international transactions. Supportive and inclusive work environment. Candidates will have: 2-6 years of experience in M&A. Admission to the New York Bar. Strong credentials and a proven track record. Experience in leading diligence and drafting agreements. Familiarity with all aspects of M&A transactions. If you're interested in roles such as M&A Lawyer, Corporate Associate, Transactional Lawyer, Private Equity Associate, or Joint Ventures Specialist, this M&A Associate position could be the perfect fit for you.

A leading global law firm is seeking an attorney to join its Investment Funds Group in its Miami office. The ideal candidate will have 2-6 years of corporate experience, preferably at a top-tier national or international law firm, and a background in representing fund sponsors in the formation, structuring, and operation of investment funds. Experience with secondaries transactions is a plus. This firm offers a competitive salary and a robust benefits package. Compensation is based on experience, education, and internal equity. The salary range for this position is between $235,000 and $390,000. About the Group: As one of the most active and largest investment funds practices globally, the team provides sophisticated legal counsel on the formation, regulation, and operation of investment funds for a diverse range of clients, including major asset managers, financial institutions, and independent boutiques. The group also represents institutional investors like sovereign wealth funds, family offices, and corporations. The firm's global team operates in North America, Europe, and Asia, offering comprehensive services, including: Private fund formation Liquidity solutions Investment management and regulatory support Strategic GP advisory The team includes professionals with experience in key regulatory agencies, giving them deep market insights to help clients navigate the evolving legal landscape. Core Areas of Practice: Private Fund Formation: The firm leads the market in advising fund sponsors on the formation of private funds, maintaining a Tier 1 ranking for eight consecutive years. The team has advised on over 1,900 funds with total capital commitments exceeding $2.17 trillion. Liquidity Solutions: The firm has pioneered the secondary market, advising on a broad range of liquidity transactions globally. With a dedicated team of over 50 attorneys focused on secondaries, the firm consistently surpasses its competitors in transaction volume. Regulatory Solutions: The firm’s regulatory team includes former senior officials from major regulatory bodies, providing clients with unparalleled expertise on compliance and enforcement. The team advises on the formation of registered and exempt pooled investment vehicles, including hedge funds, mutual funds, and ETFs, and offers specialized advice on complex regulatory issues. Strategic GP Advisory: The firm has advised on over 140 strategic minority investments and more than 30 global GP solution transactions. It provides sophisticated advice on governance, incentive arrangements, and succession planning. Emerging Manager Practice: The firm has extensive experience working with emerging fund managers, advising on fund formation, fundraising, and positioning for long-term success. This includes clients launching their first institutional fund as well as spin-outs and team-ups. Institutional Investor Representation: The firm regularly represents institutional investors in their investments in private funds, structuring tailored fund review processes, and negotiating LP investments and co-investments. With a strong network and deep expertise across all areas of investment funds, the firm’s team is uniquely positioned to provide clients with cutting-edge solutions and market insights, ensuring a strategic advantage in the competitive investment funds space.

Income Tax Associate – Private Wealth Practice Group (Miami, FL) About the Role: A prestigious Private Wealth Practice group is seeking a 2nd-5th year Income Tax Associate to join its growing Miami team. This practice supports high-net-worth individuals, families, and family offices by providing sophisticated income tax, estate and gift tax, and business planning services. The successful candidate will have expertise in complex income tax planning, including partnership taxation and transactional matters involving closely held or family businesses. Additional experience in foreign inbound taxation, IRS controversies, and domestic or foreign trusts is highly desirable. The role also requires flexibility to work on diverse private wealth issues and a strong commitment to writing and speaking on key topics relevant to the firm’s clientele. Responsibilities: Advise on complex income tax planning, focusing on partnership taxation and family business transactions. Support clients with foreign inbound tax planning, IRS controversies, and trust-related matters. Collaborate on multidisciplinary private wealth issues and contribute to thought leadership. Provide personalized legal strategies tailored to the unique needs of high-net-worth clients. Qualifications: 2–5 years of income tax planning experience, preferably with a focus on partnership and transactional tax issues. Strong academic credentials with a tax-focused education. Exceptional research, writing, and analytical skills. Florida Bar admission required; New York Bar admission is preferred. Experience with an Am Law 100 firm is a plus. About the Practice: This Private Wealth Practice group has a long history of advising the world’s wealthiest individuals with discretion and expertise. Offering a boutique, client-focused approach with the backing of a global firm, the team provides bespoke solutions across a broad spectrum of legal disciplines. The practice specializes in: Tax mitigation strategies for income, estate, gift, and GST taxes. Family governance, succession planning, and business structuring. Multijurisdictional tax and residency planning. Trust and estate planning, administration, and litigation. Philanthropic advising, art and collectibles management, and luxury asset planning. Clients benefit from seamless coordination with specialists in real estate, litigation, venture capital, executive compensation, and more. Recognition and Accomplishments: The team is recognized nationally and internationally by Chambers High Net Worth, The Legal 500, and Best Lawyers for its excellence in tax, trusts, and wealth management. It has earned a Tier 1 national ranking in Trusts & Estates Law and Tax Law and is known for its cutting-edge insights in private wealth planning. Application Details: The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. This is a unique opportunity to join a distinguished team and contribute to serving a sophisticated client base.

Overview: Our client are looking for a highly skilled professional with expertise in derivatives, structured finance, securitization, and/or other complex finance or capital markets transactions. Key Responsibilities and Expertise Experience working on transactional matters involving ISDA and repo documentation. Exposure to a variety of asset classes, including rates, FX, credit, and equity derivatives. Strong understanding of the U.S. regulatory framework for derivatives (CFTC and SEC). Desired Skills and Qualifications Excellent communication and client management skills. Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment. Admission to the New York State Bar is required. Graduation year should be class of 2021 or 2022. Compensation Base salary range: $250,000 to $345,000, representing a good faith estimate at the time of posting. Total compensation may include discretionary bonuses and additional benefits. Final compensation will reflect experience, qualifications, and firm needs. About the Team The Practice: They are a globally recognized leader in finance and capital markets, specializing in OTC derivatives, structured solutions, financial market infrastructure, and fintech. Areas of Focus: Their expertise spans a wide range of asset classes, including: Emerging areas such as voluntary carbon credits and digital assets. Established classes like interest rates, funds, equities, and commodities. Innovative Solutions: Their team leverages deep regulatory knowledge and market insight to deliver customized, practical, and innovative solutions to meet clients' needs. Industry Engagement: They maintain close collaborations with leading trade associations such as: International Swaps and Derivatives Association (ISDA). Futures Industry Association (FIA). International Securities Lending Association (ISLA).

Job Description: Mid-Senior Level Associate – Transportation & Space Finance Location: New York City, New York Position Type: Associate About the Role: A highly regarded law firm is seeking a mid-senior level associate to join its dynamic Transportation & Space group in New York. This team is at the forefront of innovative financing and transaction structuring in industries that drive global connectivity, including aviation, shipping, rail, and space. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate on sophisticated transactions involving aircraft, railcars, ships, satellites, and other unique asset classes. Work closely with clients across various sectors, including investment banks, manufacturers, export agencies, lenders, lessors, equity participants, hedge funds, and other investors. Provide expert legal counsel on securitizations, structured financings, acquisition and leveraged financing, operating and leveraged leasing, and secured lending. Key Qualifications: Experience: Substantial experience in structured finance and related areas, with a focus on asset-backed and esoteric asset transactions. Background: Proven success in a large law firm or comparable legal environment. Education: Excellent academic credentials. Passion: A demonstrated interest in navigating complex, first-of-their-kind transactions in the transportation and space sectors. About the Group: The Transportation & Space group is recognized as a leader in its field, advising on deals that require innovative strategies and deep industry insights. The team has worked on some of the most significant financings in aviation and rail, earning numerous “Deal of the Year” awards from leading industry publications such as Global Transport Finance and Airfinance Journal. Notable Work: Aviation: Advised on a landmark multibillion-dollar order for a major airline’s fleet expansion and guided a leading private equity firm in the strategic sale of an international aircraft leasing company. Satellite: Represented a cutting-edge satellite network provider in expanding its fleet and in its subsequent acquisition by a major global operator. This role offers an outstanding opportunity to join a trailblazing team and contribute to innovative transactions shaping the future of global transportation and space industries.