Corporate Associate Attorney
Company: Percy Towers
Location: Palo Alto
Posted on: February 13, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Corporate (M&A) Associate
Lateral Practice Area: Corporate – Mergers & Acquisitions Location:
Palo Alto, CA Schedule: Onsite or Hybrid per firm policy; full-time
with standard AmLaw 20 billable expectations (~2,000 annually)
Salary: Estimated base range of $260,000 to $420,000 with
discretionary annual bonuses based on performance and firm
profitability. The Client: A top-tier AmLaw 20 firm with a global
M&A practice representing technology companies, emerging growth
ventures, and private equity funds. The Palo Alto office is a hub
for high-value tech-sector transactions, providing a unique
opportunity to work at the intersection of Silicon Valley
innovation and global corporate dealmaking. Description: This role
involves advising clients on domestic and cross-border M&A
transactions, strategic investments, joint ventures, and general
corporate governance matters. You will lead due diligence efforts,
draft and negotiate purchase agreements, and coordinate with tax,
IP, and regulatory teams on deal execution. The position offers
consistent exposure to industry-leading technology transactions and
direct client interaction, along with a strong path toward senior
associate and partner-level opportunities. Qualifications: JD from
an accredited law school; CA Bar admission or eligibility to obtain
promptly. Preferred class years: 2018–2022 (mid-level) or 2015
(senior lateral). Significant experience in public and private
M&A transactions. Strong drafting, negotiation, and analytical
skills. Ability to manage multiple complex transactions
independently. Demonstrated client service excellence and business
development potential. Experience in tech or life sciences deals a
plus. This job advertisement is a general announcement created to
attract qualified candidates on behalf of our client. It is not a
complete job description or an offer of employment. Salary and
benefits details may vary and are not always disclosed. We are an
Equal Opportunity Employer and encourage individuals of all
religions, nationalities, genders, sexualities, ideologies, creeds,
beliefs or backgrounds who are qualified for the role to apply!
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