M&A Senior Attorney (Professional Track) (NY

Summary

DLA Piper is seeking a highly sophisticated, non‑partner track Senior Attorney to serve as a primary legal engine for complex client portfolios. This is not a traditional "back‑office" role; it is designed for a dynamic practitioner who thrives on high‑level execution and deeply embeds themselves within a client’s operational DNA. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between high‑level private equity structuring and day‑to‑day corporate governance, acting as a versatile legal architect for sophisticated family offices and international entities.

This position is open to our New York office.

• Complex Deal Structuring & Execution
• Oversee the deal process with PE, family offices and sovereign funds across LP investments
• Oversee specialist counsel focused on tax structures and financing agreements related to various acquisitions
• General Corporate Counsel responsibilities
• Serve as the "connective tissue" across various work streams, ensuring that board minutes, operating agreements, and commercial contracts are consistent with the client’s overarching strategic goals
• Provide proactive risk management and advisory on corporate governance for multi‑jurisdictional entities

• "Deep Dive" Mentality:
  Proven ability to go beyond the legal task to understand the underlying business mechanics of a deal
• Autonomy:
  High emotional intelligence and the ability to interface directly with principals, CFOs, and outside advisors without constant partner supervision

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active bar membership in good standing

• 6+ years of high‑level corporate law experience, ideally within a Vault 50 firm or a sophisticated boutique focusing on PE/M&A

Sedentary work:
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.

• Hybrid – regular in‑office presence with some flexibility for work‑from‑home

DLA Piper is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.