Attorney

About the role

The Attorney will serve as a key legal advisor to Paisley Park leadership, supporting day-to-day business operations while helping protect and advance the organization's interests. This role requires a practical, business-minded legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can effectively balance risk management with operational objectives.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel on contracts, business transactions, partnerships, sponsorships, licensing agreements, and vendor relationships.
• Draft, review, negotiate, and manage a wide variety of commercial agreements.
• Advise on intellectual property matters, including trademarks, copyrights, licensing, and brand protection.
• Support museum, entertainment, event, retail, hospitality, and digital business operations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Manage and coordinate outside counsel when necessary.
• Develop and maintain internal policies, procedures, and governance documentation.
• Advises leadership on employment-related legal matters and organizational risk management.
• Monitor legal developments affecting the entertainment, tourism, hospitality, and nonprofit sectors.
• Assist with dispute resolution, claims management, and litigation oversight.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license and good standing to practice law in the state of Minnesota.
• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant legal experience, preferably in entertainment, intellectual property, corporate, business, or commercial law.
• Strong contract drafting and negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of intellectual property law and brand protection strategies.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a variety of legal areas.
• Proven ability to independently exercise sound judgment and discretion.
• Experience supporting executive leadership and cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in entertainment, music, media, hospitality, tourism, or cultural institutions.
• Familiarity with trademark and copyright law is preferred.
• In-house counsel experience preferred, including experience in supervising and collaborating with outside counsel.
• Passion for preserving and advancing cultural and artistic legacies.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to contribute to one of the most recognized and influential cultural destinations in the world.
• Collaborative and mission-driven work environment.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Meaningful work supporting the preservation and growth of Prince's legacy.