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July 2, 2026

Private Equity M&A – Senior Associate

CorporateM&APrivate EquityVenture Capital
Goodwin Procter LLP

Goodwin Procter LLP

San Francisco

Private Equity M&A – Senior Associate

Goodwin Procter LLP
Goodwin Procter LLPSan Francisco

Practice area

Corporate · M&A · Private Equity · Venture Capital

PQE

6+ years

Location

San Francisco, California

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

  • Join Goodwin's Private Equity Group as an Associate.
  • Requires 6+ years of experience as an attorney.
  • Focus on a broad range of corporate and transactional matters, including mergers & acquisitions, leveraged recapitalizations, growth equity, venture capital transactions, exits, and equity compensation.
  • Manage components of transactions independently while collaborating effectively in teams.
  • Demonstrate a strong business sense, proactive approach, and excellent communication skills.
  • Effectively manage relationships with internal and external clients and counsel.
  • Possess outstanding academic credentials and prior experience from a comparable law firm.
  • Must have relevant bar admission (or eligibility for prompt admission) and provide a deal sheet.
  • Salary information for this position is available.

Last updated: July 9, 2026

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  • Ren Casey
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    Ren Casey

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    Why talk to Ren Casey?

    Ryan Reshke joined Goodwin Procter LLP's San Francisco office in the Corporate group.

    Ren was great to work with. I was under no pressure to leave my prior firm and relatively new to the process, and Ren tailored his approach to my situation and worked with me to find the best opportunities. From our first conversation, he was proactive, invested and diligent in keeping things moving across the board. From market knowledge to interview advice, his insights and experience proved very helpful and contributed to a smooth and straightforward transition. I’m very grateful to Ren for his role in the process.

    Goodwin Procter LLP

    Ryan Reshke

    Goodwin Procter LLP • San Francisco
  • Kate Reder Sheikh
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Kate Reder Sheikh

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Kate Reder Sheikh?

    Nori L. joined Goodwin Procter LLP's San Francisco office in the Labor & Employment group.

    Kate provides excellent, bespoke professional guidance and development assistance. She really listens to what candidates are looking for and gets to know her candidates’ stories inside and out. I would recommend Kate to anyone looking to make a change.

    Goodwin Procter LLP

    Nori L.

    Goodwin Procter LLP • San Francisco

Trusted recruiters

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

  • Ren Casey
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Ren Casey

    Legal Recruiter

    Slate Legal Recruiting

    Why talk to Ren Casey?

    Ryan Reshke joined Goodwin Procter LLP's San Francisco office in the Corporate group.

    Ren was great to work with. I was under no pressure to leave my prior firm and relatively new to the process, and Ren tailored his approach to my situation and worked with me to find the best opportunities. From our first conversation, he was proactive, invested and diligent in keeping things moving across the board. From market knowledge to interview advice, his insights and experience proved very helpful and contributed to a smooth and straightforward transition. I’m very grateful to Ren for his role in the process.

    Goodwin Procter LLP

    Ryan Reshke

    Goodwin Procter LLP • San Francisco
  • Kate Reder Sheikh
    Top recruiter for this opening

    Kate Reder Sheikh

    Legal Recruiter

    Major, Lindsey & Africa

    Why talk to Kate Reder Sheikh?

    Nori L. joined Goodwin Procter LLP's San Francisco office in the Labor & Employment group.

    Kate provides excellent, bespoke professional guidance and development assistance. She really listens to what candidates are looking for and gets to know her candidates’ stories inside and out. I would recommend Kate to anyone looking to make a change.

    Goodwin Procter LLP

    Nori L.

    Goodwin Procter LLP • San Francisco