Mergers & Acquisitions Associate - Midlevel - Seattle

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is seeking a midlevel associate to join our Corporate practice with a focus on mid-market mergers and acquisitions in our Seattle, San Francisco, or Portland offices. This associate will work closely with partners across the corporate group to support a growing practice advising strategic buyers and sellers, private companies, and investors in a wide range of transactional matters.

This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated middle-market transactions across a variety of industries while developing strong client relationships and taking on meaningful responsibility on deal teams.

Responsibilities Support middle-market mergers and acquisitions, including buy-side and sell-side transactions for private companies and strategic investors

Assist with transaction structuring, due diligence, negotiation, and closing processes

Draft and negotiate transaction documents, including purchase agreements, disclosure schedules, ancillary agreements, and closing documentation

Coordinate and manage due diligence review and work streams across deal teams

Advise clients on general corporate governance and transactional matters in connection with M&A transactions

Work closely with partners, senior associates, and clients to manage deal timelines and deliverables

Collaborate with attorneys across the firm in related practice areas, including tax, real estate, employment, intellectual property, and technology transactions

Qualifications3–5 years of experience in M&A work at a law firm Experience supporting private company mergers and acquisitions preferred

Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and organizational skills

Ability to manage multiple work streams in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Demonstrated interest in transactional practice and working on complex corporate mattersJ.D. from an accredited law school and admission (or eligibility for admission) in the state where the position is based

Why DWTOur corporate practice advises clients on complex transactional matters across industries, with a strong focus on middle-market M&A transactions. Associates work closely with partners and clients, gaining hands-on experience throughout the deal lifecycle while building relationships across the firm’s corporate platform. The group emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and early responsibility as associates develop their practices.

Join Us!

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and be part of a firm where your contributions are recognized and valued, please submit your cover letter addressed to Beka Anardi, Senior Recruiter; resume; copy of law school transcript; and a writing sample.

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