Position Summary & Responsibilities:
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Legal Intern to join our team and support the company’s Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) and Business Development activities. This internship offers hands-on experience in a dynamic corporate environment, providing the opportunity to work closely with legal and business professionals on high-impact projects. As a Legal Intern, you will contribute to due diligence efforts, process improvement, and transaction reviews, while also supporting other adjacent areas, such as compliance, corporate governance, and risk management, as needed.
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Due Diligence Support:
- Assist in reviewing contracts, corporate records, and other legal documents for M&A transactions.
- Identify potential risks and summarize findings for internal stakeholders.
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Transaction Review:
- Draft, review, and edit NDAs, term sheets, and ancillary deal documents under supervision.
- Help coordinate closing processes, including maintaining transaction checklists and organizing documentation.
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Process Mapping and Improvement:
- Analyze and document workflows related to M&A and business development.
- Suggest process enhancements to improve efficiency and compliance.
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Legal Research and Analysis:
- Conduct legal research on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and industry-specific issues.
- Provide summaries and updates on relevant legal developments.
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Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Work with the legal, finance, and corporate development teams to support deal execution.
- Participate in meetings with external counsel, consultants, and other stakeholders.
- Support Adjacent Areas as Needed:
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Assist in compliance, corporate governance, or other legal projects as they arise.
- Provide general support to the legal team in addressing emerging priorities.
Education, Skills, & Experience:
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Currently pursuing a J.D. or L.L.M. from an accredited law school.
- Coursework or prior internship experience in corporate law, M&A, or related fields is preferred
- Interest in corporate law, M&A, or business development.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis) is a plus.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- High attention to detail and ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
