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Corporate Counsel, M&A

Mercer Advisors is a leading independent financial planning firm serving over 31,300 families nationwide with integrated financial services. They seek a Corporate Counsel specializing in M&A and corporate law to provide legal guidance on contracts, mergers and acquisitions, litigation, employment, and corporate governance.

Skills

  • Strong drafting, legal research, and writing skills
  • Knowledge of corporate law and M&A transactions
  • Experience with federal securities law and Investment Advisor Act of 1940 preferred
  • Ability to manage multiple projects independently and in teams
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills

Responsibilities

  • Review, draft, structure, and negotiate agreements
  • Support M&A due diligence and post-deal integration
  • Assist with pre-litigation and litigation including legal research and evidence gathering
  • Manage communications and oversee outside counsel
  • Draft and update internal company policies
  • Advise on contract, corporate governance, employment law, and business law matters
  • Administer contracts and track legal developments
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

Education

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
  • Licensed to practice law in at least one state (Colorado preferred)

Benefits

  • Company paid life and disability insurance
  • Supplemental insurance options including critical illness and accident insurance
  • Multiple medical plans including HDHP with HSA contributions
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Dependent care savings account
  • 14 company paid holidays plus Thanksgiving week off
  • Generous paid vacation and sick leave
  • Employee assistance and family medical leave
  • Paid parental and maternity leave with short-term disability support
  • Adoption assistance program
  • Company paid concierge services
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching
  • Pet insurance
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Established in 1985, Mercer Advisors is a total wealth management firm dedicated to providing clients with financial clarity, investment insight, and long-term collaborative partnerships. Our comprehensive suite of services includes financial plan...

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DATE POSTED
June 26, 2025

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