Mergers & Acquisitions Associate Attorney Shareholder Activism Defense at Direct Counsel

Direct Counsel is seeking a Mergers & Acquisitions Associate with a focus on Shareholder Activism Defense to join a leading Am Law firm in New York. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with senior partners on high-stakes, market-moving matters and to play a pivotal role in the firm’s growing shareholder activism defense practice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise public companies on shareholder activism defense and takeover matters.

• Handle complex M&A transactions with a focus on public company governance.

• Apply expertise in securities law, Delaware law, and corporate governance.

• Develop client relationships while working on high-profile, strategic matters.

Qualifications:

• 4–7 years of experience in M&A and corporate governance.

• Strong background in public company M&A and activism defense.

• Excellent academic credentials from a nationally recognized law school.

• Exceptional communication and client management skills.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Annual base salary range: $310,000–$420,000, based on experience, skills, and location.

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, commuter benefits, life and disability insurance, and long-term care coverage.

• Generous paid time off, including four weeks of vacation, two weeks of sick leave, 10 paid holidays, parental leave, and fertility benefits.

• A collaborative environment with opportunities for mentorship and professional growth.