Business Advisory & Transactional Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Business Advisory & Transactional Attorney in Tallahassee, FL, to manage complex deals, advise on corporate governance, and assist clients with critical business decisions. This role demands a balance of technical legal expertise and client interaction, ideal for candidates with a strong background in business transactions.

Duties

• Advise clients on business formation, restructuring, and dissolution.
• Draft, review, and negotiate corporate documents such as operating agreements and bylaws.
• Handle mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and sales of business assets.
• Counsel boards of directors and executives on governance and fiduciary responsibilities.
• Guide clients through ownership transitions and capital restructuring.
• Provide strategic legal advice on franchising and related business models.
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams for accurate, timely execution of transactions.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active membership in the Florida Bar.
• Minimum of five years of experience in business transactions, corporate law, or M&A.
• Proven ability to draft precise, reliable transactional documents.
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple deals and deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills to advise and persuade diverse stakeholders.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active membership in the Florida Bar.

Skills

• Experience with mid-market mergers and acquisitions.
• Familiarity with multistate or cross-border transactions.
• Background in advising privately held or family-owned businesses on governance and succession issues.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive work environment.