Franchise Attorney - Income Principal

Job Overview

A law firm is seeking a partner-level attorney with a minimum of seven years of experience in Franchise Law for its Seattle, WA office. The role involves working with diverse business clients on complex franchise matters across various industry sectors.

Duties

• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple practice areas.
• Navigate franchise agreements, disclosure requirements, and compliance issues.
• Handle dispute resolution and governmental inquiries.
• Draft franchise agreements and related documents.
• Guide compliance and franchise relationship matters.

Requirements

• Portable book of business required.
• 7 years of expertise in franchise law.
• Experience representing franchisors and franchisees.
• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Client-service approach and exceptional communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Education

• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• License to practice law required.

Skills

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Responsive and professional service.
• Enthusiasm to work as part of a diverse team or independently.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Commuter allowance.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Parental leave.
• Billable credit hours for approved Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and Pro Bono work.
• Annual bonus.

Time for a change? Come up to the Pacific Northwest and really thrive within a diverse group of lawyers and a power pack of national and international clients. This is a long-established firm with an enthusiastic commitment to community endeavors. Here is a real opportunity for professional growth and civic satisfaction for highly qualified, motivated candidates. This is a powerful Pacific Northwest firm and offers associates working here the opportunity to participate in some of the more significant litigation and corporate work in the Pacific Northwest. They are well known for their strong real estate and land use practice, and many of the firm's attorneys who practice in these disciplines are considered recognized leaders in their fields. This firm also has an exceptional bankruptcy practice. This firm also has a diverse client base including large publicly traded corporations as well as closely held businesses and individuals. This firm is considered to have good management, and its management structure is fairly well integrated throughout the firm's offices.