Employment Transactions Associate Attorney
Direct CounselSan Francisco, California, United States • San Diego, California, United States • Los Angeles, California, United States • Palo Alto, California, United States
Posted February 23, 2026
310000 - 390000 USD
Full Time
About the Company
Direct Counsel is a full-service legal staffing and recruiting firm that specializes in both temporary and permanent placements across the United States. Leveraging deep local market knowledge, the company excels at sourcing, retaining, and deploying top-tier attorneys, paralegals, legal secretaries, and administrative professionals on short-term, long-term, and direct-hire engagements. Its comprehensive suite of services—including specialized searches, talent building, and legal assistance—ensures clients receive highly qualified legal talent tailored to their specific needs. Direct Counsel’s distinctive advantage lies in its proven ability to quickly match clients with the right professionals, thereby enhancing operational efficiency and legal team performance.
Job Description
Direct Counsel is seeking an Employment Transactions Associate Attorney to join an Am Law firm’s Corporate / Private Equity practice. The ideal candidate has strong company-side employment law experience and is interested in focusing on transactional support and counseling within M&A and private equity deals.
Requirements
- Lead employment-related diligence for M&A and private equity transactions
- Advise clients on day-to-day employment matters
- Draft and review employment agreements and related documentation
- Analyze complex labor and employment issues in transactional contexts
- Interface directly with clients and deal teams
- Mentor junior attorneys and support broader practice initiatives
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- 401(k) retirement plan