The role is for an Associate in the Corporate M&A group at DLA Piper.
This position is based in the San Francisco office and operates under a hybrid work model, requiring regular in-office presence with some flexibility for remote work.
Candidates should have 1-3 years of corporate law experience, with a preference for direct and applicable experience from an AmLaw 100 firm.
Primary responsibilities involve executing merger and acquisition transactions for private and public companies.
Potential involvement in capital markets matters (public offerings, SEC reporting, securities work) or growth equity, corporate venture capital, and other investor-side transactions.
Key duties include conducting legal research, drafting legal documents such as memos and contracts, assisting with and managing complex transactions from inception through closing, and building client relationships.
Required qualifications include a JD from an accredited law school, admission to the California Bar, strong academic credentials from nationally recognized institutions, and a commitment to the practice areas.
Essential skills include strong legal research, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities, attention to detail, sound professional judgment, and excellent written and verbal communication.
The expected annual hiring salary range is $225,000 - $260,000, depending on market location, experience, and qualifications. A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, and 401(k) is provided.

May 19, 2026

M&A Associate (San Francisco)

CorporateCapital MarketsCompliance/RegulatoryM&ASecurities

DLA PiperSan Francisco

Practice area

Corporate · Capital Markets · Compliance/Regulatory · M&A · Securities

PQE

1-3 years

Location

San Francisco, California

Salary

$225,000 - $260,000

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

The role is for an Associate in the Corporate M&A group at DLA Piper.
This position is based in the San Francisco office and operates under a hybrid work model, requiring regular in-office presence with some flexibility for remote work.
Candidates should have 1-3 years of corporate law experience, with a preference for direct and applicable experience from an AmLaw 100 firm.
Primary responsibilities involve executing merger and acquisition transactions for private and public companies.
Potential involvement in capital markets matters (public offerings, SEC reporting, securities work) or growth equity, corporate venture capital, and other investor-side transactions.
Key duties include conducting legal research, drafting legal documents such as memos and contracts, assisting with and managing complex transactions from inception through closing, and building client relationships.
Required qualifications include a JD from an accredited law school, admission to the California Bar, strong academic credentials from nationally recognized institutions, and a commitment to the practice areas.
Essential skills include strong legal research, analytical, problem-solving, and organizational abilities, attention to detail, sound professional judgment, and excellent written and verbal communication.
The expected annual hiring salary range is $225,000 - $260,000, depending on market location, experience, and qualifications. A comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, and 401(k) is provided.

Trusted recruiters

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Priya Gulati
Legal Recruiter
Pacific Legal Search
Why talk to Priya Gulati?
Nadia B. Saleem joined DLA Piper's Los Angeles office in the Restructuring group.
Priya was a dream to work with when I was looking to transition firms. She was incredibly responsive, keeping me updated on applications without my having to follow up; she was attentive in ensuring that any firms I submitted to would be a good fit for me; and she took time to help me prepare for all of my interviews to ensure that I was set up for success. In the end, she was able to help me find a position in a new geographic location in less time than I expected, despite a weak market for my practice area. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a new position.
Nadia B. Saleem
DLA Piper • Los Angeles

Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

Top recruiter for this opening
Priya Gulati
Legal Recruiter
Pacific Legal Search
Why talk to Priya Gulati?
Nadia B. Saleem joined DLA Piper's Los Angeles office in the Restructuring group.
Priya was a dream to work with when I was looking to transition firms. She was incredibly responsive, keeping me updated on applications without my having to follow up; she was attentive in ensuring that any firms I submitted to would be a good fit for me; and she took time to help me prepare for all of my interviews to ensure that I was set up for success. In the end, she was able to help me find a position in a new geographic location in less time than I expected, despite a weak market for my practice area. I would wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone looking for a new position.
Nadia B. Saleem
DLA Piper • Los Angeles

Last updated: May 21, 2026

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