M&A Associate - Cravath Scale

As a former Big Law corporate associate, I know firsthand how difficult it can be to navigate the lateral market without clear guidance. I went through the process myself and ultimately lateraled to an AmLaw 5 firm, which gives me a practical perspective on what actually matters to firms and how candidates can position themselves effectively.I'm currently recruiting for Cravath-scale AmLaw 100 firms seeking M&A Associates with 2 to 7 years of experience for their New York, Miami, or Washington D.C. offices. These are core seats on sophisticated corporate and M&A practices, representing public and private companies, investors, and private equity sponsors across mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and other complex business transactions. Teams also handle day-to-day corporate governance and general corporate advisory work.Key Qualifications2 to 7 years of corporate transactional experience at an AmLaw 200 firm or elite boutique, with a strong emphasis on public and/or private M&ADirect experience with one or more of the following: structuring and negotiating transactions, drafting purchase agreements and ancillary documentation, managing legal due diligence, private equity or private target M&A, entity formation and maintenance, or corporate financeDemonstrated ability to manage work-streams and, at the appropriate level, supervise junior team membersJD from a top law school with strong academic credentialsAdmitted in New York, Florida, or D.C. (depending on office), or eligible to waive inDesired CompetenciesExcellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong drafting, negotiation, and analytical skillsAbility to interact effectively with clients, investment bankers, and other advisorsAbility to manage multiple transactions and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environmentOwnership mentality and ability to assume a high degree of responsibilityCompensationBase salary: $235,000 to $420,000, Cravath scale and class-year dependentBonus range: $30,000 to $115,000, based on performance and seniorityAbout PathfinderAt Pathfinder, I've built our process entirely around the candidate experience, not just firm demand. Since leaving practice, I've helped associates nationwide secure multiple Cravath-scale offers at top firms.We've placed numerous M&A associates at AmLaw 100 firms and continue to see strong hiring momentum across corporate and M&A practices.If you're interested in learning more about these M&A opportunities in New York, Miami, or D.C., or if you simply want candid guidance from someone who has been in your position, feel free to reach out through our website at https://www.lawpathfinder.com/ or apply directly. All inquiries are confidential.