Senior Counsel

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced attorney to join our firm as Senior Counsel in our Transactional Law, Real Estate, and Banking practice. This leadership role is designed for a seasoned professional to act as a management and relationship partner while contributing to the firm's growth, client relationships, and mentoring of junior attorneys.

The ideal candidate is an exceptional advocate, strategic advisor, and business-minded leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to delivering outstanding client service.

Key Responsibilities

Case Management

• Manage a sophisticated caseload of professional transactional law matters from inception through resolution.
• Occasionally develop litigation strategy, evaluate liability and damages, and provide practical business law advice to clients.
• Take and defend depositions, argue motions, conduct mediations, and serve as first chair at trial when necessary.
• Prepare and review pleadings, dispositive motions, discovery, expert reports, and appellate filings.

Client Service

• Serve as the primary relationship manager for assigned clients.
• Provide timely reporting, litigation analysis, and budget management.
• Deliver responsive, practical, and cost-effective legal counsel aligned with client objectives.
• Maintain strong relationships with existing clients while enhancing the firm's reputation for excellence.

Leadership

• Mentor and supervise associates, law clerks, and paralegals.
• Review work product and provide constructive feedback to support attorney development.
• Promote collaboration across practice groups and offices.
• Contribute to recruiting, retention, and professional development initiatives.

Business Development

• Maintain and expand a portable book of business or demonstrate a consistent ability to generate new client relationships.
• Participate in networking, industry associations, speaking engagements, and client presentations.
• Identify cross-selling opportunities within the firm.
• Support strategic growth initiatives for the Transactional Law practice.

Firm Contributions

• Meet or exceed annual billable hour expectations.
• Participate in firm committees, strategic planning, and operational initiatives.
• Uphold the firm's standards of professionalism, ethics, and client service.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active license and good standing with the applicable state bar.
• 8–15 years of experience, with substantial experience in Transactional law.
• Demonstrated experience with one or more of the following:
• Business Law
• Intellectual Property & Information Technology
• Commercial Real Estate
• Entrepreneurial and Startup Law
• Estate Planning
• Tax Law
• Banking & Financial Services
• Business development experience and an established professional network preferred.
• Portable book of business preferred, depending on experience and strategic fit.