Transactional Attorney

Profile

A law firm in Plano, TX, seeks a Transactional Attorney with significant experience in corporate transactions. The ideal candidate will have strong academic credentials, exceptional communication and writing skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within a team environment. This role involves frequent client interaction, requiring mature and confident client relations skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Counsel and support corporate and franchise clients on complex transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, entity formations, joint ventures, and other corporate matters.
• Provide legal advice on corporate governance, policies, procedures, finances, intellectual property, employment, operations, and regulatory compliance.
• Draft, negotiate, and review commercial agreements, strategic relationships, employee agreements, and other transactional documents.
• Advise domestic and international franchise clients, including reviewing franchise disclosure documents (FDDs) and regulatory filings.
• Conduct third-party document reviews, including real estate agreements and franchise-related documents.
• Research and analyze regulations, statutes, and legal issues relevant to corporate and franchise law.
• Handle entity formations, corporate governance matters, and contract review.
• Provide legal support for real estate transactions, if required.
• Communicate complex legal concepts effectively in both written and verbal formats.
• Represent clients in negotiations and meetings with third parties.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Texas and in good standing.
• 3+ years of experience practicing law in corporate transactions.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in franchise law preferred.
• Experience in entity formation, corporate governance, contract review, and general corporate matters.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to research and analyze legal issues comprehensively.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently or with limited supervision.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and Microsoft Office applications.

Skills:

• Exceptional writing and drafting skills for legal documents and agreements.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with real estate transactions is advantageous.
• Public speaking experience and strong presentation skills.

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick leave.
• Professional development opportunities and continuing legal education (CLE).
• Flexible work environment and potential for remote work options.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100
Houston
Texas
United States 77042
Phone : (713) 270-1199
Fax : (213) 895-7306