Pierce Atwood LLP seeks an associate with 3-5 years of corporate law experience to join and build the Business Practice Group in its Portsmouth, New Hampshire office.  Candidates must have a strong background in mergers and acquisitions.  Additional experience in general representation of business entities (corporate, partnerships, and limited liability companies), formation and structuring of business entities, and in finance and private equity transactions is preferred.  Securities law knowledge is a plus, but not required.  To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume to Heather Higgins at hhiggins@pierceatwood.com.