Corporate Lawyer - Mergers & Acquisitions in Columbus

Job Description

Mergers & Acquisitions Associate – Greater Cleveland Area

A well-established, full-service law firm with a strong regional presence and a history spanning over a century is seeking a Mergers & Acquisitions Associate to join its growing team. This position offers the flexibility to work from multiple office locations in Northeast Ohio.

About the Role

The selected candidate will become a key contributor to a dynamic M&A practice, working on sophisticated transactions for top-tier clients. This role provides the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a collaborative and close-knit firm environment while handling complex legal matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support high-profile M&A transactions, including acquisitions, mergers, joint ventures, and restructuring deals.
• Advise clients on strategic transaction matters, including deal structuring, negotiations, and risk assessment.
• Draft and review transactional documents, such as purchase agreements and disclosure schedules.
• Oversee the due diligence process and manage client relationships throughout the transaction lifecycle.
• Counsel clients on business entity governance, entity selection, and restructuring matters.
• Assist with post-transaction integration and compliance efforts.

Qualifications

• 4-7+ years of experience in a law firm or corporate legal department.
• Background in business, tax, commercial transactions, lending, finance, or accounting is preferred.
• Strong drafting, research, and analytical skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively while managing multiple projects.
• Licensed to practice law in Ohio (or ability to attain licensure).

What's In It for You?

• Work on complex, high-profile transactions with significant client exposure.
• Enjoy a collaborative, team-oriented culture with opportunities for career growth.
• Avoid the bureaucracy of larger firms while still engaging in sophisticated legal work.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive health and wellness benefits.

This is a full-time position offering substantial career development opportunities within a respected and nationally recognized legal team. If you’re looking to grow your M&A practice in a firm that values both individual contributions and team success, we encourage you to apply.

How to Apply:
Interested candidates should submit a resume and deal sheet to Cristy.Gordon@gogpac.com. We look forward to reviewing your application!

All submissions are kept strictly confidential.

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.