Corporate Associate (46 Years) - San Francisco

Job Description Corporate Associate (4–6 Years) – M&A Focus (San Francisco)Direct Counsel represents a well-regarded Am Law firm seeking a mid-level Corporate Associate to join its San Francisco office. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a broad range of corporate and transactional matters, with a strong emphasis on mergers and acquisitions.The role offers hands-on experience advising companies and founders across their lifecycle, including outside general counsel work, governance, and strategic transactions.What You'll Do:Lead and support M&A transactions from diligence through closingDraft and negotiate commercial agreements and transaction documentsAdvise clients on corporate governance, entity formation, and ownership transitionsSupport financings and general corporate matters for companies and pass-through entitiesWork closely with clients and senior attorneys on strategic business decisionsWhat We're Looking For:4–6 years of corporate/M&A experience at a law firmStrong drafting, negotiation, and deal management skillsExperience with corporate governance, securities compliance, and entity formationAbility to independently manage key aspects of transactions and coordinate deal teamsStrong academic credentials and excellent communication skillsActive California Bar admissionWhy This Role:Work on diverse, high-impact corporate and M&A mattersGain direct client exposure and meaningful responsibilityJoin a collaborative, growth-oriented teamCompetitive compensation: $230,000 – $250,000Strong platform for long-term practice development