ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - TRANSACTIONS

About the role

Rudman Winchell has been serving individuals, families, and businesses with dedication and care since 1917. Our culture is built on a foundation of integrity, excellence, and dedication to client service. With two dozen attorneys, we are committed to providing the highest quality legal representation while maintaining a strong emphasis on work-life balance and community involvement. As a member of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work alongside top-tier legal professionals in a variety of practice areas. Our diverse range of practice areas offers unique opportunities for growth, collaboration, and specialization, allowing you to further your career while making a difference in the lives of our clients and our community.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assist commercial clients with real estate transactions, entity formations and structuring, mergers and acquisitions, bank lending, contract drafting and negotiation.
• Collaborate seamlessly with peers in other practice areas, as needed, in order to provide the full range of legal services our clients require.
• Follow the ethical requirements as set forth by the Rules of Professional Conduct of the state and comply with all requirements of the firm’s professional liability insurer; and maintain positive contact with clients and observe confidentiality in client matters.
• Monitor account receivables.
• Participate in the firm’s marketing efforts and be responsible for client development as necessary.
• Review and analyze newly assigned work and existing matters in order to provide legal representation until the matter is concluded.
• Responsible for assembling and ensuring the accuracy of all correspondence and documents in connection with legal representation.
• Perform necessary legal research using all available resources.
• Formulate and issue well-rounded legal opinions to clients.
• Advise and communicate regularly with clients regarding the status of a matter.

Requirements

• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in the state of Maine. Maintain membership in Maine state bar and complete all required Continuing Legal Education requirements on an annual basis.
• Experience in real estate law and corporate law is preferred.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities for anticipating challenges and providing valuable insights.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Able to manage multiple matters and deadlines simultaneously.
• Familiarity with legal research databases and technology tools.
• Professionalism and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with clients, colleagues, staff, and opposing counsel.
• Strong sense of responsibility and accountability.
• Adaptability, creativity, and problem-solving skills.