As part of the growth of its transactional practice in Montreal, a nationally established business law firm is seeking a lawyer to join its Mergers & Acquisitions team.

The firm advises corporate, entrepreneurial and institutional clients on strategic transactions across Canada and internationally. This opportunity is suited to a professional looking to grow within a collaborative platform offering strong exposure to complex transactional mandates and multidisciplinary teams across the country.

The Role

As an Mergers and Acquisitions lawyer, you will actively participate in all stages of major transactional matters, including acquisitions, business sales, strategic investments and corporate reorganizations.

The role offers direct exposure to high-impact mandates involving significant financial and commercial considerations.

Responsibilities

Participate in mergers and acquisitions involving private and public companies

Work on acquisitions and divestitures structured as asset or share deals

Contribute to the legal structuring of complex transactional operations

Draft, review and negotiate a broad range of transaction documents

Conduct corporate and commercial due diligence

Prepare shareholders’ agreements, investment agreements and governance documents





Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (tax, financing, litigation, etc.)

Monitor file progress and coordinate the various transactional stages

Maintain direct contact with clients and external stakeholders

Contribute to the development of legal and commercial strategies related to transactions

Requirements

Member in good standing of the Québec Bar

3 to 5 years of relevant experience in mergers and acquisitions or transactional business law

Experience gained in private practice, ideally within a high-level practice

Excellent legal drafting and analytical skills

Strong understanding of corporate and commercial issues

Ability to thrive in a demanding, fast-paced environment

Autonomy, rigor and strong prioritization skills

Strong communication and client relationship skills

Team-oriented with sound professional judgment

Bilingual (French/English)

Benefits

Participation in major, strategic transactions

Mentorship from recognized M&A; professionals

Direct exposure to a sophisticated business clientele

Stimulating environment supporting rapid professional development

Robust platform for building a long-term transactional practice

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

📌 Mergers & Acquisitions Lawyer (3–5 Years) (Winnipeg)
🏢 Lépine Talent
📍 Winnipeg