Associate Attorney - Transactional

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a transactional associate attorney in Asheville, NC. The firm offers a unique opportunity to engage in sophisticated legal work with a missional purpose, serving a diverse client base including publishers and ministries. The position is based in downtown Asheville, with the possibility of remote work during the first year.

Duties

• Handle for-profit and non-profit transactions.
• Conduct trademark clearance and content licensing.
• Draft and negotiate technology agreements.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years of contract drafting and negotiating experience.
• Experience in a mid-sized to large law firm or corporate legal department.
• Strong client-centric business instincts and deal-closing ability.
• Familiarity with technology and intellectual property aspects of transactions.

Education

• Solid educational credentials required.

Certifications

• Bar admission in relevant jurisdiction.

Skills

• Proven ability to close deals.
• Strong professionalism and self-awareness.
• Empathy and humility in client interactions.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package.
• Family-friendly, business casual environment.
• Reasonable working hours.

This law firm counsels Christian publishers, churches, ministries, seminaries, and other content organizations on intellectual property law issues. Its services include customized agreements, antitrust guidance, copyright and trademark, strategic publishing counsel, content distribution, privacy policies, and more. Its offices are located in Asheville, North Carolina, and Bend, Oregon and it serves clients throughout the United States.