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Selby Jennings

<div>
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 <br/>
 Private Equity Associate
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 <p>
  <strong>
   Location:
  </strong>
  Tier 2 City in the Midwest
  <br/>
  <strong>
   Firm Focus:
  </strong>
  Industrials &amp; Manufacturing
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   About Us:
   <br/>
  </strong>
  We are a leading private equity firm specializing in investments across the industrials and manufacturing sectors. Our team partners with management to drive operational excellence and long-term growth. Based in a vibrant Tier 2 Midwest city, we offer a collaborative culture and hands-on deal experience.
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Role Overview:
   <br/>
  </strong>
  As a Private Equity Associate, you will play a key role in evaluating investment opportunities, conducting due diligence, and supporting portfolio companies. This position offers significant exposure to deal execution and strategic initiatives within our core sectors.
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Key Responsibilities:
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Perform financial modeling, valuation analysis, and market research.
  </li>
  <li>
   Assist in due diligence across operational, financial, and legal workstreams.
  </li>
  <li>
   Prepare investment committee materials and presentations.
  </li>
  <li>
   Support portfolio company initiatives, including growth strategies and operational improvements.
  </li>
  <li>
   Collaborate with senior team members on deal sourcing and execution.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Qualifications:
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   2-4 years of experience in investment banking, consulting, or private equity.
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong analytical and financial modeling skills.
  </li>
  <li>
   Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
  </li>
  <li>
   Demonstrated interest in industrials and manufacturing sectors.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Why Join Us?
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Opportunity to work on transformative deals in core industries.
  </li>
  <li>
   Collaborative team culture with direct exposure to senior leadership.
  </li>
  <li>
   Competitive compensation and benefits.
  </li>
  <li>
   Live and work in a dynamic Midwest city with a high quality of life.
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
 </p>
</div>


Private Equity Associate

Gullia Filing

<p>About the Company</p><p>DLA Piper is a top 10 global law firm, operating in more than 40 countries with 90+ offices worldwide. The firm advises a wide range of private equity firms, strategic buyers, and global corporations on complex M&amp;A matters. DLA Piper&rsquo;s private equity team handles high-profile, cross-border transactions in fast-paced deal environments. As a law firm, DLA Piper is not venture-backed and operates on a global partner equity model.</p><p><b>Roles and Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>Lead and support private equity and M&amp;A transactions for strategic buyers and PE clients</li><li>Draft and negotiate a wide range of agreements including purchase agreements, investment documents, and disclosure schedules</li><li>Manage closings and supervise junior associates and paralegals</li><li>Advise clients on legal and regulatory issues related to deal execution</li><li>Coordinate with internal teams (tax, finance, regulatory) to ensure smooth transactions</li><li>Participate in firm development initiatives and mentoring programs</li></ul><p><b>Job Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>JD from an accredited law school</li><li>Licensed to practice in the state of the office (NY, GA, TX, IL)</li><li>4&ndash;7 years of experience in Private Equity or M&amp;A transactions at a top-tier law firm</li><li>Experience handling end-to-end deal cycles and client management</li><li>Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills</li><li>Prior AmLaw 100 firm experience preferred</li><li>Cross-border deal experience preferred</li><li>Superior academic performance preferred</li></ul><p>Job Type: Full-time</p><p>Pay: $310,000.00 - $420,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Adoption assistance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Military leave</li><li>Paid jury duty</li><li>Paid parental leave</li><li>Parental leave</li></ul><p>Application Question(s):</p><ul><li>Must be a U.S. citizen or a permanent resident (green card holder).</li></ul><p>what is your visa type?</p><p>Location:</p><ul><li>Chicago, IL 60606 (Preferred)</li></ul><p>Work Location: In person</p>

Carterwill Search

<div>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Job Title:
  </strong>
  Associate &ndash; Corporate (M&amp;A &amp; Private Equity)
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Location:
  </strong>
  Boston, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, or Orange County
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   What We Offer:
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Competitive salary commensurate with experience
  </li>
  <li>
   Comprehensive benefits package
  </li>
  <li>
   Supportive, high-performance team culture
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong professional development, mentorship, and advancement opportunities
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   About the Role:
  </strong>
 </p>
 <p>
  Carterwill Search is recruiting for a top-tier global law firm seeking a highly skilled Corporate Associate to join its Mergers &amp; Acquisitions / Private Equity practice. This is an opportunity to work at the forefront of complex corporate transactions, advising major institutional clients across industries in a fast-paced, intellectually rigorous environment.
 </p>
 <p>
  The ideal candidate is an exceptional deal attorney with demonstrated experience managing sophisticated domestic and cross-border transactions. You&rsquo;ll join a high-caliber bench of corporate lawyers, industry specialists, and former government practitioners, collaborating across disciplines such as capital markets, finance, tax, executive compensation, antitrust, and ESG.
 </p>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Responsibilities:
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Lead and support M&amp;A and private equity transactions from initial structuring through closing.
  </li>
  <li>
   Draft and negotiate a wide range of core transaction documents, including purchase agreements, merger agreements, investment agreements, and ancillary filings.
  </li>
  <li>
   Coordinate due diligence, regulatory strategy, and multi-disciplinary teams to ensure seamless execution.
  </li>
  <li>
   Provide strategic guidance to corporate clients, portfolio companies, boards, and investors on complex business, regulatory, and transactional issues.
  </li>
  <li>
   Navigate antitrust, activism, governance, and cross-border considerations alongside senior legal and business advisors.
  </li>
  <li>
   Collaborate with colleagues across financing, tax, executive compensation, capital markets, and litigation to deliver integrated, comprehensive client service.
  </li>
 </ul>
 <p>
  <br/>
 </p>
 <p>
  <strong>
   Qualifications:
  </strong>
 </p>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Minimum 2 years of experience in M&amp;A and private equity transactions (3rd&ndash;6th year associate level preferred).
  </li>
  <li>
   Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and client-facing skills.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience managing complex deal processes and working with cross-functional teams.
  </li>
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   Ability to thrive in a demanding, fast-moving, global practice environment.
  </li>
  <li>
   Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
  </li>
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   Active bar membership in good standing.
  </li>
 </ul>
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 </p>
</div>


Corporate Lawyer

Cooley LLP

<div>
 Cooley has an opportunity available for a 4th-5th year attorney with private equity and M&amp;A experience. Ideal candidates should have excellent drafting, writing and analytical skills, strong attention to detail, organizational, verbal, interpersonal and project management skills. Experience in drafting and negotiating purchase and merger agreements, LLC and LP agreements and other ancillary transaction documents and otherwise meeting the day-to-day requirements of private equity fund and portfolio company clients is expected. The ideal candidate will have good business and strategic judgment and play a lead role as an extension of the client business teams working in a team-orientated and dynamic environment. Excellent academic credentials and prior large firm experience working with private equity sponsors required. EOE.
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 <br/>
 The expected annual pay range for this position is $310,000 - $365,000 . Please note that final offer amount will be dependent on geographic location, applicable experience and skillset of the candidate.
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 We offer a full range of elective benefits including medical, health savings account (with applicable medical plan), dental, vision, health and/or dependent care flexible spending accounts, pre-tax commuter benefits, life insurance, AD&amp;D, long-term care coverage, backup care for children and/or adults and other parental support benefits. In addition to elective benefit options, benefited employees receive firm-paid life insurance, AD&amp;D, LTD, short term medical benefits as well as accruing vacation time at the rate of four weeks per year and sick time at the rate of two weeks per year and 10 paid holidays each year. We provide generous parental leave and fertility benefits. New employees will attend a detailed benefit orientation to learn more about our many benefits and resources.
</div>


Private Equity Attorney: 4th-5th year

DLA Piper

<div><p>DLA Piper is, at its core, bold, exceptional, collaborative and supportive. Our people are the backbone, heart and soul of our firm. Wherever you are in your professional journey, DLA Piper is a place you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career. Let&rsquo;s see what we can achieve. Together.
</p><p></p><p><b>Summary
</b></p><p>DLA Piper is seeking entry-level attorneys to join our Private Equity practice in the Fall of 2026 in our Chicago office. Applicants should be current third year law students with an anticipated graduation date of spring 2026. We are seeking exceptional law students with an entrepreneurial mindset, who are motivated to build their legal skills and gain insight into client needs. We value innovators and creative thinkers. If you thrive on challenge and value teamwork, we want to hear from you.
</p><p>This is a non-partnership track position which will allow you to participate in a comprehensive training and development program and work on client projects across cutting-edge practices, industries and borders, while having a reduced billable hours requirement. As part of this program, you will be immediately integrated into a practice group and be part of a team. You will have the opportunity to support causes that impact our clients and better our communities through the firm&rsquo;s commitment to pro bono.<br>
</p><p><br>
<b>Responsibilities
</b></p><ul><li>These expectations include, but are not limited to, the lawyer&rsquo;s ability to:
</li><li>Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with partners, lawyers, clients, staff, and third parties;
</li><li>Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner, meeting all deadlines and expectations;
</li><li>Analyze complex legal issues in a logical manner, applying legal principles and research to specific facts;
</li><li>Provide timely, accurate, and well-reasoned work product;
</li><li>Be available whenever needed to ensure timely delivery of services, including during business hours, evenings, and weekends;
</li><li>Apply sustained and intense concentration for extended periods of time;
</li><li>Work under pressure to meet deadlines and perform to the satisfaction of clients and colleagues;
</li><li>Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; participating in telephonic conferences; and participating in meetings at client offices and at the Firm;
</li><li>Travel, as required by the Firm or client, such as to client meetings, to engage in advocacy before a tribunal or government agency, or to participate in business development activities;
</li><li>Foster relationships and anticipate clients&rsquo; needs to achieve continued engagement;
</li><li>Mentor and supervise junior lawyers and staff; and
</li><li>Observe all Firm policies and practices, as may be in effect from time to time.
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Desired Skills
</b></p><p>In addition to the general job specifications outlined above, lawyers are expected to demonstrate a level of proficiency commensurate with their position and experience in the core competencies summarized below.
</p><ul><li>Professional Excellence: Oral communications, writing, analysis and strategic thinking, legal knowledge and expertise.
</li><li>Client Impact: Solution orientation, project management, service quality and orientation. initiative and ownership.
</li><li>Effectiveness: self-awareness, relationship building, people management, team building and inclusion.
</li><li>Leadership: Entrepreneurship, business development, career commitment, professionalism and integrity.
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Minimum Education
</b></p><ul><li>Current third year law students with an anticipated graduation date of Spring 2026
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Essential Job Expectations
</b></p><p>While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:
</p><ul><li>Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;
</li><li>Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;
</li><li>Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;
</li><li>Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;
</li><li>Foster positive work relationships;
</li><li>Comply with all firm policies and practices;
</li><li>Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;
</li><li>Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment;
</li><li>Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.
</li></ul><p>Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.<br>
</p><p><br>
<b>Physical Demands
</b><br>
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.
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<b>Work Environment-The firm's work location requirements may be modified at the firm's discretion
</b></p>Hybrid - Regular in-office presence with some flexibility for work-from-home<br>
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</li></ul><p><br>
<b>Disclaimer
</b></p><p>The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm&rsquo;s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment.
</p><p></p><p><b>Application Process
</b></p><p>Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. <b>Please include a copy of your resume, transcript, and a cover letter when applying. </b>Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact P rivateEquityTalent@us.dlapiper.com .
</p><p></p><p><b>Direct applicants only. No third-party submissions.
</b></p><p></p><p><b>Pay Transparency
</b></p><p>The firm&rsquo;s expected hiring pay for this position is $150,000 - $165,000 per year depending on the candidate&rsquo;s geographic market location. The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate&rsquo;s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
</p><p></p><p>#LI-Hybrid
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</p><p></p><p><i>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. </i>Job applicant poster viewing center <i>.</i></p></div>

Private Equity Attorney (Professional Track) (Chicago)

Latham & Watkins LLP

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Latham &amp; Watkins
</b></h2><div><div><div>Latham &amp; Watkins is one of the world&rsquo;s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers globally and offer unmatched expertise and resources to help you grow from an intellectually curious self-starter into an exceptional lawyer. If you aspire to be the best, this is where you belong.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the Practice Group
</b></h2><div><div><div>M&amp;A<br>
Latham&rsquo;s M&amp;A practice has grown into a global powerhouse, meeting the needs of our clients on everything from routine M&amp;A engagements to the most complex and transformational transactions clients ever face.<br>
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Our global reach, deep bench, and vast industry-specific expertise enable us to assemble high-quality teams that efficiently and effectively execute on the business objectives of a diversified client base.<br>
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Our relentless focus on client goals, combined with broad experience doing deals globally, enables us to anticipate and work through potential challenges on any given transaction and to develop effective solutions to these challenges in an ever-changing global environment. We help clients address shareholder activism, plan for and overcome antitrust challenges, and navigate dynamic regulatory regimes to achieve their most ambitious business objectives. We provide clients with the full suite of advisory services including board counselling, capital markets, ESG, executive compensation, leveraged finance, and tax-related advice anywhere in the world.<br>
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Long-standing client relationships reflect our ability to assemble a diverse team of deal makers, industry veterans, former government lawyers, and world-class litigators for any particular matter. We draw on a wealth of experience to deliver pragmatic and commercial advice to support our clients&rsquo; strategic success at every stage of their life cycle.<br>
<br>
Private Equity
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Latham advises the world&rsquo;s leading private equity firms through the full spectrum of transactions from initial investment through to exit. We help our private equity clients and their portfolio companies maximize value time and again, annually steering more than 500 deals representing more than half a trillion US dollars &mdash; including many global and regional &ldquo;deals of the year.&rdquo;<br>
<br>
Drawing on global market-leading experience, we bring together strength in fund formation, private equity finance, M&amp;A, and capital markets to deliver seamless and responsive support to private equity clients at every stage of a fund&rsquo;s lifecycle. Our global platform and work on sophisticated cross-border carve-outs, tax-free spinoffs, and multi-billion-dollar going-private transactions equip us to execute any transaction anywhere in the world. We cut through a thicket of complex global regulatory environments and decode the jargon of the most dynamic industries to help our clients get any deal done.<br>
We have worked with many of our private equity clients for decades, growing together and innovating as a team. Whether industry-focused, growth equity, large cap, or middle market, we work to fully understand each fund&rsquo;s strategy and anticipate the needs of our clients. This experience also affords us a broad view of the market and the trends that we help shape through the breadth of our work.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the Role
</b></h2><div><div><div>The Mergers &amp; Acquisitions practice is seeking highly qualified associates with a minimum of two full years of experience in mergers and acquisitions, specifically company representation and strategic acquisitions, to join our 3rd through 6th year associate class.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Main Contact Details
</b></h2><div><div><div>LateralRecruiting.Corporate@lw.com<br>
Jordan.Wampler@lw.com
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional Information
</b></h2><div><div><div>Investing in the well-being of our lawyers and staff is among the firm&rsquo;s highest priorities. Through our &ldquo;LiveWell Latham&rdquo; program, we offer best-in-class benefits and comprehensive resources designed to support you and your loved ones through all life&rsquo;s moments &mdash; from building a family and taking care of loved ones, to managing your health and saving for the future.<br>
<br>
Latham &amp; Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.<br>
<br>
We periodically provide demographic data to legal publications, bar associations, civic and community organizations, and in some instances, to local, state, and federal government agencies as required by law or contract. So that the firm can provide this information accurately, we request that you consider self-identifying.<br>
<br>
 review your rights under U.S. employment laws. In accordance with Latham &amp; Watkins policies, associates in this role must protect and maintain any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial and/or proprietary information that Latham &amp; Watkins retains either as part of the legal services the Firm provides to clients or for internal purposes.<br>
<br>
Los Angeles: Latham &amp; Watkins LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO).<br>
<br>
San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.<br>
<br>
Massachusetts: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. An employer that violates this law may be subject to fines and/or a private right of action for $500 in statutory damages &ldquo;for each such violation,&rdquo; among other things.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Pay Range
</b></h2><div><div><div><div><b>Associate Base Salary</b></div><div>
Discretionary bonuses may be available depending on application circumstances and position.</div><div></div><div><div><div><b><br>
Year</b></div><div><b> US Payroll</b></div></div><br>
<div><div><b>
1st Year</b></div><div> $225,000</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>
2nd Year</b></div><div> $235,000</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>
3rd Year</b></div><div> $260,000</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>
4th Year</b></div><div> $310,000</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>
5th Year</b></div><div> $365,000</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>
6th Year</b></div><div> $390,000</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>
7th Year</b></div><div> $420,000</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>
8th Year</b></div><div> $435,000</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Associate - Corporate - M&A

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About Latham &amp; Watkins
</b></h2><div><div><div>Latham &amp; Watkins is one of the world&rsquo;s leading global law firms advising the businesses and institutions that drive the global economy. We are the market leaders in major financial and business centers globally and offer unmatched expertise and resources to help you grow from an intellectually curious self-starter into an exceptional lawyer. If you aspire to be the best, this is where you belong.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the Practice Group
</b></h2><div><div><div>We represent companies, financial institutions, private equity firms, and individuals in their most significant and high-stakes disputes. We tailor our litigation teams to the specific characteristics of each matter, drawing on a global team of seasoned litigators and trial lawyers to match the industry, claims, subject matter, client goals, and venue at play. Regardless of the nature of the dispute, we adopt a trial-ready strategy from the outset to achieve the best result for the client, in whatever form success takes.<br>
<br>
Our deep bench of experienced trial lawyers, including dozens of former US federal prosecutors, have successfully tried or arbitrated hundreds of cases to verdict in the last decade. Opposing counsel know our track record of taking the toughest cases to trial and winning &mdash; a reputation that often influences settlement considerations when our name appears on the docket.<br>
<br>
We pair our experience with a fluency in the market dynamics that are influencing industries &mdash; from financial services to technology and energy to life sciences &mdash; across the world. We routinely litigate business torts, contract and joint venture disputes, fraud and unfair competition as well as consumer protection claims, insolvency and restructuring matters, insurance coverage, and trade secrets cases across a wide range of industries and venues. This diverse practice gives us insight into the litigation strategies that help our clients prevail.<br>
<br>
Our clients&rsquo; business objectives guide our litigation planning. We take into account the size of the matter, the client&rsquo;s exposure or up side, and the significance of the case to the client. Recognizing that litigation is just one part of a larger business strategy, we evaluate early exit options to minimize costs, including dispositive motions, alternative dispute resolution, and settlement, as well as third-party indemnification and insurance coverage.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the Role
</b></h2><div><div><div>The Litigation Department is seeking an associate with a minimum of three years of complex commercial litigation experience to join our 4th to 6th year associate class.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Main Contact Details
</b></h2><div><div><div>LateralRecruiting.Litigation&amp;Tax@lw.com
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional Information
</b></h2><div><div><div>Investing in the well-being of our lawyers and staff is among the firm&rsquo;s highest priorities. Through our &ldquo;LiveWell Latham&rdquo; program, we offer best-in-class benefits and comprehensive resources designed to support you and your loved ones through all life&rsquo;s moments &mdash; from building a family and taking care of loved ones, to managing your health and saving for the future.<br>
<br>
Latham &amp; Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.<br>
<br>
We periodically provide demographic data to legal publications, bar associations, civic and community organizations, and in some instances, to local, state, and federal government agencies as required by law or contract. So that the firm can provide this information accurately, we request that you consider self-identifying.<br>
<br>
 review your rights under U.S. employment laws. In accordance with Latham &amp; Watkins policies, associates in this role must protect and maintain any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial and/or proprietary information that Latham &amp; Watkins retains either as part of the legal services the Firm provides to clients or for internal purposes.<br>
<br>
Los Angeles: Latham &amp; Watkins LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO).<br>
<br>
San Francisco: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.<br>
<br>
Massachusetts: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. An employer that violates this law may be subject to fines and/or a private right of action for $500 in statutory damages &ldquo;for each such violation,&rdquo; among other things.
</div></div></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Pay Range
</b></h2><div><div><div><div><b>Associate Base Salary</b></div><div>
Discretionary bonuses may be available depending on application circumstances and position.</div><div></div><div><div><div><b><br>
Year</b></div><div><b> US Payroll</b></div></div><br>
<div><div><b>
1st Year</b></div><div> $225,000</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>
2nd Year</b></div><div> $235,000</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>
3rd Year</b></div><div> $260,000</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>
4th Year</b></div><div> $310,000</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>
5th Year</b></div><div> $365,000</div></div><br>
<div><div><b>
6th Year</b></div><div> $390,000</div></div><br>
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7th Year</b></div><div> $420,000</div></div><br>
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8th Year</b></div><div> $435,000</div></div></div></div></div></div></div>

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