Knowledge Lawyer – US M&A/PE

Mayer Brown

. Assess knowledge needs and develop, implement, communicate, and review knowledge strategies for the practice group .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $255,000 - $335,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in US M&A law, including drafting and negotiating agreements, while leveraging knowledge management solutions to enhance practice workflows and client service delivery. Proficient in legal technology and AI applications to support efficient legal practices and training initiatives.

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US M&A Law ExpertiseLegal Technology AdoptionDrafting and Negotiating AgreementsKnowledge Management SolutionsTraining and Mentoring

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Hard Skills

J.D. or Equivalent Law DegreeDrafting US M&A AgreementsResearching Statutes and Case LawManaging M&A TransactionsProficiency in Microsoft OfficeExperience with AI PlatformsKnowledge of Delaware Business Entity StatutesUnderstanding of Corporate LawCreating Legal Knowledge ResourcesDocument Automation

Soft Skills

Strong Written and Verbal CommunicationAttention to DetailOrganizational SkillsStrategic ThinkingProblem-Solving SkillsAbility to Work Under PressureHigh Level of InitiativeCustomer Service OrientationAbility to Work in Diverse TeamsSelf-Motivation

Tools & Technologies

Legal Knowledge Management SystemsIntranet Practice PagesGlobal Knowledge BankDocument Automation ToolsGenerative AI PlatformsTraining SoftwareCollaboration ToolsLegal Research ToolsAI PromptsMetadata Management Systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Admitted to Practice in Relevant Jurisdiction

Industry Keywords

US M&APrivate EquityCorporate LawLegal Risk ManagementBest PracticesPrecedent DocumentsMatter DebriefsClient AlertsThought LeadershipCross-Practice Initiatives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assess knowledge needs and develop, implement, communicate, and review knowledge strategies for the practice group
Monitor legal and business developments and keep the practice group current
Create, draft, update, maintain, and organize legal knowledge resources, standard forms, precedent documents, best practices, and training materials
Improve practice workflows and client service delivery through knowledge management solutions
Maintain accessible and current resources on intranet practice pages and the Global Knowledge Bank
Conduct matter debriefs, verify KM data accuracy, and improve data collection processes
Advise partners and attorneys on technical legal queries and, where appropriate, advise clients
Identify and mitigate legal and regulatory risk with risk partners and Legal Risk Management
Develop and maintain the US M&A purchase agreement forms library and ancillary agreement collection
Maintain US M&A precedent collections and assist lawyers in finding precedent documents
Create automated versions of form documents with technical teams
Train the US M&A group on form documents, KM resources, technology, and best practices
Evaluate, pilot, build, deploy, and drive adoption of legal technology, generative AI, document automation, and AI prompts
Translate practice workflows into scalable technology-enabled solutions
Define practice-specific metadata and contribute to governance of AI assets
Research legal and market developments and support client alerts, articles, thought leadership, training, seminars, and client relationships
Collaborate with Learning & Development and deliver attorney training
Mentor associates and promote adoption of KM resources
Develop firmwide relationships and contribute to cross-practice knowledge management initiatives
Attend external training and conferences and provide other knowledge support as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

J.D. or equivalent law degree from an accredited institution
Lawyer with actual practice experience in a field related to US M&A and Private Equity
Admitted or will become admitted to practice in the jurisdiction in which the position is located
Minimum of 6 years’ experience practicing as a US M&A lawyer for an AmLaw 100 law firm
Excellent knowledge of drafting and negotiating US M&A agreements and managing M&A transactions
Good knowledge of law and market practice in other areas of US corporate law, such as private equity and/or capital markets, advantageous but not essential
Excellent knowledge of Delaware business entity statutes and case law; knowledge of other relevant states such as New York, Texas, and/or California preferred
Ability to research statutes and case law relating to Delaware contract law; knowledge of other relevant states such as New York, Texas, and/or California preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, required
Experience using AI platforms in US corporate practice
Excellent drafting and research skills
Understanding of learning processes and different methods of training
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a diverse team environment and support demanding firm needs
Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines with shifting priorities
High level of initiative and self-motivation
Strong customer service, attention to detail, organizational, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills
Ability to handle multiple projects, maintain confidentiality, and exercise discretion

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
AD&D insurance
401(k) savings plan
Back-up childcare and eldercare
Generous paid time off (PTO)
Opportunities for professional development and growth
Reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities and disabled veterans