Business Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Business Attorney for their office in Annapolis, MD. Here's a detailed job description:

Job Overview:

The Business Attorney will be responsible for providing legal advice and representation to clients on a wide range of business law matters. They will handle corporate structuring and planning, negotiate and draft commercial contracts, facilitate business transactions including mergers and acquisitions, and advise on corporate governance and ownership agreements. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional research, drafting, and analytical skills, along with the ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment and effectively communicate with clients and colleagues.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel and representation to clients on various business law matters.
• Handle corporate structuring and planning.
• Negotiate and draft commercial contracts.
• Facilitate business transactions, including mergers and acquisitions.
• Advise on corporate governance and ownership agreements.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Manage multiple matters simultaneously.
• Communicate effectively with clients and colleagues.

Requirements:

• Minimum 6 years of law firm experience in business law.
• Strong background in corporate structuring, planning, and transactional work.
• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• MD Bar Admission required (DC/VA Bar Admission a plus).
• Exceptional research, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Project management skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Business administration, accounting, and client relations skills.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Skills:

• Analytical skills.
• Project management skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Drafting skills.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Business administration, accounting, and client relations skills.

Benefits offered:

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Referral Program
• Vision Insurance