Business Law/Real Estate Attorney

Job Overview:
A well-established law firm is actively seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join its Business Practice Group in New Hampshire. This position is ideal for a motivated legal professional with a minimum of four years’ experience in transactional law who is eager to take on leadership responsibilities while contributing to a collaborative and dynamic legal team. The role offers the opportunity to engage in a diverse practice serving corporate, municipal, and real estate clients, with flexibility to develop a niche practice area of interest.

Location:

• Manchester, NH

Duties:

• Represent clients in a variety of business transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and commercial contracts

• Provide counsel in general corporate law and entity formation matters

• Handle real estate transactions, including financing, leasing, and sales

• Advise municipal clients on legal and regulatory matters

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements

• Collaborate with partners and associates across practice groups

• Build and develop client relationships while pursuing growth in focused practice areas

• Contribute to the firm’s culture of teamwork and intellectual openness

Requirements:

• Minimum of 4 years of experience practicing in a business, transactional, or real estate law capacity

• Strong background in corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, real estate, and/or municipal law

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex legal matters and client expectations

• Willingness to contribute to firm initiatives and internal leadership

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Admission to the New Hampshire State Bar (or eligibility to obtain admission promptly)

Skills:

• Excellent drafting, analytical, and negotiation skills

• Ability to manage competing priorities with attention to detail

• Strong interpersonal communication and client-service orientation

• Team-oriented mindset with leadership potential

• Adaptability and initiative in handling varied legal tasks

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Health insurance

  • Flexible spending account

  • Long-term disability coverage

  • Paid time off and paid parental leave

  • Life insurance

  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match

• Collaborative work environment with openness to hybrid or flexible scheduling