Franchise Attorney - Income Principal

Job Title: Partner-Level Attorney - Income Principal

Job Overview:
A well-established law firm in Portland, OR, is seeking a highly experienced Franchise Attorney to join as an Income Principal. This role focuses on advising a wide range of business clients on complex franchise law matters across various industries. The selected attorney will collaborate with colleagues across multiple offices and contribute to a robust, supportive, and diversity-driven environment. The position requires extensive experience in franchise disclosure documents, agreements, compliance, dispute resolution, and advising on regulatory matters. Candidates with a portable book of business are strongly encouraged to apply.

Duties:

• Advise franchisors, franchisees, manufacturers, and distributors on franchise-related legal issues.

• Draft, review, and negotiate Franchise Agreements and related documentation.

• Prepare and register franchise disclosure documents in compliance with applicable laws.

• Navigate franchise compliance issues, offering counsel on regulatory obligations.

• Manage franchise relationship matters, including terminations and renewals.

• Handle responses to governmental inquiries and enforcement actions.

• Engage in strategic planning with clients regarding franchise operations and expansion.

• Collaborate with attorneys across practice areas and offices for holistic client service.

• Participate in pro bono and diversity-related initiatives, receiving billable credit for contributions.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 7 years of substantive experience in franchise law.

• Demonstrated ability to represent both franchisors and franchisees.

• Proven experience drafting offering documentation and managing franchise registrations.

• Skilled in addressing compliance, regulatory challenges, and governmental investigations.

• Strong academic credentials and analytical abilities.

• Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and client service skills.

• Ability to manage multiple projects with excellent attention to detail.

• A portable book of business (full or partial) is required.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

• Admission to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Certifications:

• Active and good standing membership in the state bar of the jurisdiction where the candidate practices.

Skills:

• Deep expertise in franchise and distribution law.

• Strong legal research, drafting, and negotiation skills.

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with a team.

• Strong organizational and project management abilities.

• Professional responsiveness and client-focused approach.

Job Location:

• Portland, OR

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan with firm contributions.

• Disability and life insurance coverage.

• Paid parental leave.

• Commuter allowance program.

• Billable hour credit for approved Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Pro Bono work.

• Eligibility for annual performance bonuses.

• Professional development resources and mentoring opportunities.

• Access to firm-wide initiatives promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

This vigorous, fast-growing Pacific Northwest mid-size firm is making tremendous strides in high-level corporate, litigation, finance and governmental practice for leading national and international clients. Creative thinking and problem solving are attributes it seeks in top-notch, innovative associates who value high-quality work and a working and living environment to match. This firm consistently participates in numerous high-profile deals and has done some of the more sophisticated transactions in the Northwest in recent years. In addition, many of its clients have celebrity-level status. Associates at this firm all praise this firm's national focus and its ability to attract and retain top associates. We believe that this firm does pretty exceptional work, and the associates at this firm all for the most part feel pleased to call this firm home.