Senior Associate Attorney - Business Law

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP is seeking a versatile Senior Business Attorney with a strong background in both business litigation and corporate transactional matters to join our award-winning team. We are a reputable and forward-thinking mid-sized law firm, recognized for our sixth consecutive year as a Best Law Firm® by Best Lawyers®.

About the role

As an integral member of our Business Team, you will handle a wide variety of business litigation matters involving breach of contract, partnership/dissolution, real estate, and intellectual property (copyright and trademark) disputes. You will also represent clients in transactional matters including forming and maintaining entities, drafting employment agreements, independent contractor agreements, asset purchase agreements, equity transfer agreements, and more. The ideal candidate will have experience in estate planning. You will work with a diverse range of clients, including individuals, businesses, and organizations, and provide mentorship and professional development guidance to junior associates. This is an excellent opportunity to take on a leadership role at our firm.

Responsibilities

• Handle business litigation matters from inception to conclusion, including breach of contract, partnership/dissolution, real estate, and intellectual property (copyright and trademark) disputes
• Draft corporate formation documents, employment agreements, independent contractor agreements, asset purchase agreements, and equity transfer agreements
• Supervise associates, providing instruction, training, and constructive feedback to assist in their professional development
• Mentor junior associates and contribute to a collaborative team environment

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience handling business litigation matters
• Proficient in drafting corporate transactional documents, including employment agreements, independent contractor agreements, asset purchase agreements, and equity transfer agreements
• Experience in estate planning is preferred but not required
• Exceptional communication and advocacy skills with a client-focused mindset
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Current admission to the California State Bar is required

Benefits

• Competitive compensation with a performance-based bonus plan
• Generous medical insurance (HMO/PPO) – employer-paid premium up to 95% + employer-funded HRA (for PPO plans)
• Dental insurance – employer-paid premium up to 100%
• Vision coverage
• Wellness incentives, including fitness discounts and rewards program
• Life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Unlimited Time Off program
• 12 paid holidays
• 401(k) retirement plan

Pay

The expected base salary range is $150,000–$250,000, with actual compensation determined based on experience. This range does not include the performance-based bonus plan.

About Us

At Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara (BWB&O), we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, innovation, and unwavering dedication to our clients. With 200 attorneys across nine offices in four states, we have built a solid reputation for delivering exceptional legal services across various practice areas. Learn more at bremerwhyte.com.