Associate Attorney

LHH
Chicago, IL

*UNPOSTED* M&A Associate Attorney Opportunity | Chicago

(relocation candidates welcome!!)


LHH is assisting a top AmLaw/V50 law firm in its unposted search for a mid‑level M&A Associate to support its expanding Chicago presence.


The Opportunity

  • Work on sophisticated corporate transactions (private equity, capital solutions, special situations, and finance)
  • Client Sectors: Infrastructure, energy, asset management, technology, real estate, craft brewing, financial services, and more.
  • 1950 billable hours (firm development, pro bono, etc. can be incorporated into billable hour requirement)
  • Hybrid in-office policy


Ideal Background

  • 5+ years of corporate/M&A associate experience (some flexibility on class year)
  • Strong foundation in representing PE sponsors or private/public companies in M&A transactions (drafting and negotiating transactional documents, coordinating with specialists, and leading signing and closing processes)
  • Able to run with a deal (manage deal execution and supervise junior associates)
  • Must be licensed to practice law in Illinois or able to waive into Illinois


Why This Role

  • Join a new and growing Chicago team
  • Formal mentorship programs
  • Competitive (market) compensation ($225,000-$420,000+, depending on experience)
  • Lucrative bonus opportunities (potential for relocation bonus, signing bonus, and potential eligibility for full year-end bonus based on prorated hours)


If interested, please reach out to Madeline Scott ([email protected]).


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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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