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NOT ACCEPTING SEARCH FIRM SUBMISSIONS AT THIS TIME Associate – Alcohol & Distribution – All U.S. Offices Build your big career with the Firm that does Big Law better. McDermott Will & Emery is a leading global law firm that brings together more than 1,400 lawyers and 1,200 business professionals. We celebrate excellence, collaboration and community and have been recognized as a top workplace by The American Lawyer, Working Mother Magazine, Vault and the Human Rights Campaign. At McDermott, we don’t just invest in your future, we accelerate your career – wherever it may lead. That includes supporting you both in and outside of the office, with our attorneys receiving personalized guidance, structured mentorship and confidential career coaching. With us, you’ll find: A Firm where everyone belongs: Our award-winning culture prioritizes warmth and authenticity — we encourage you to be yourself! Enthusiasm for diverse perspectives: We’re smarter and stronger when everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. We welcome unique viewpoints and ideas, and we make opportunities for you and your career to thrive. Support to feel your best and do your best: Wellness is integral to building a successful career and a rich life. That’s why our benefits program supports your physical, emotional, mental and financial health, with an emphasis on work/life balance. We’re proud to be the first firm to offer billable hours for wellness. Real rewards for real work: We offer generous compensation packages that recognize hard work and excellence. Our individual merit-based system enabled 65% of our associates to earn above the Cravath scale in 2023. The Alcohol Regulatory & Distribution Practice Group is seeking an associate with 3-5 years of alcohol beverage experience (either in-house or at a peer firm) to join the group. Candidates with other related regulatory experience such as FDA/food are also encouraged to apply. Applications should be submitted online via our web apply portal. Questions should be directed to Amy Gillmore, Lateral Associate Recruiting Manager at agillmore@mwe.com. Job Requirements: 3-5 years of alcohol beverage experience Commercial corporate background and M&A experience Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail are necessary as well as strong verbal and written communication abilities A self-starter with the ability to prioritize workload with competing demands, display good judgment, work well under pressure, and frame advice/analysis practically based on risks. Proven ability to independently manage matters, or meaningful segments of large/complex matters, and to facilitate pushing projects to completion Must be admitted to practice in the jurisdiction in which you are applying (as applicable) As part of our ongoing commitment to be #AlwaysBetter for our people, clients and communities, we have created a culture of belonging that champions your individuality as both a person and a professional. From our competitive compensation, top benefits and award-winning professional development programs to industry-leading wellness initiatives, we support you through every stage of your life and career. With McDermott, you can live a life you love both in and outside of the office. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Expected Pay Range for Associates: 2024/2023 Class Compensation Years: $225,000 2022 Class Compensation Years: $235,000 2021 Class Compensation Years: $260,000 2020 Class Compensation Years: $310,000 2019 Class Compensation Years: $365,000 2018 Class Compensation Years: $390,000 2017 Class Compensation Years: $420,000 2016 and more senior class compensation years: $435,000