The global law firm of K&L Gates seeks to hire a midlevel Corporate/M&A associate to join their dynamic Portland practice.

We seek candidates with experience in mergers and acquisitions, equity financings and general company representations.


The ideal candidate will be able to manage M&A transactions and general corporate work with oversight from partners and senior associates. We require outstanding academic credentials, excellent oral and written communication skills, a commitment to providing the highest quality client service, and demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team. Our associates work closely with our clients and are expected to assume increasing levels of responsibility. Prior experience in a sophisticated law firm practice is required. The successful candidate will have the goal of becoming partner, be an enthusiastic contributor to the Firm and office culture, and have a collaborative approach to his/her work environment.


K&L Gates represents leading global corporations, growth and middle-market companies, capital markets participants and entrepreneurs in every major industry group as well as public sector entities, educational institutions, philanthropic organizations and individuals. Our practice is a robust full market practice — cutting edge, complex and dynamic, at once regional, national and international in scope.


At K&L Gates, we embrace our core values. We believe in hiring collaborative, committed, and diverse teams; using state-of-the-art technology; offering continuous professional development training; and promoting pro bono and diversity initiatives. Most importantly, we strive to cultivate an environment that celebrates talented legal professionals. With a thriving corporate practice and ambitious goals for growth, the Portland office seeks to solidify its place in the upper echelon of the Portland legal market.