Mid-Level Sports Transactional Associate

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a mid-level sports transactional associate for its New York office. The role involves engaging in commercial transactions within the sports and entertainment industries, with opportunities to work in related fields such as real estate, intellectual property, and corporate law.

Duties

• Draft and negotiate sponsorship and naming rights agreements.
• Handle multi-media and procurement agreements.
• Manage franchise acquisition and disposition agreements.
• Oversee venue development and operations agreements.
• Coordinate advertising, promotional, and ticketing agreements.
• Collaborate on joint venture and media rights agreements.

Requirements

• Substantial experience in sports-related transactions.
• Membership in good standing with the state bar where located.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active bar membership in the relevant state.

Skills

• Excellent drafting and negotiation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Profit-sharing and generous paid time off.
• Flexible reimbursement account for personal well-being expenses.

Although more commonly thought of as a Washington, DC, firm, this New York office has many of the same practice areas. As this firm continues to grow its New York office, this is a tremendous opportunity for associates to get in on the ground floor in terms of shaping the character of the office. We like the litigation work that is being done in this office, as it has a decidedly corporate bent, with an emphasis on securities litigations. A down-to-earth group of attorneys, this office should emerge as a practice unto itself over time.