Transactional Attorney

About the role

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of four years of experience in areas such as M&A, negotiating and drafting real estate, corporate, and commercial agreements, and corporate governance and compliance. The candidate must demonstrate an interest in and aptitude for business development. Candidates must also have excellent drafting and communication skills and be licensed (or willing and able to become licensed) and in good standing to practice law in the state of Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and draft real estate, corporate, and commercial agreements
• Provide practical and proactive legal solutions to a broad range of clients
• Guide clients through significant transactions and transitions involving local, national, and international issues
• Practice business law, labor and employment law, tax law, employee benefits, environmental law, intellectual property, trusts and estates, litigation, international law, and real estate law
• Support the firm's goal of maintaining a 94% attorney retention rate

Requirements

• Licensed (or willing and able to become licensed) and in good standing to practice law in the state of Michigan
• A minimum of four years of experience in relevant fields
• An interest in and aptitude for business development
• Excellent drafting and communication skills

Qualifications

• Strong academic background
• Proven track record of success in legal practice
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

Skills

• Strong negotiation and drafting skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Knowledge of Michigan laws and regulations

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
Firm-provided life insurance and disability coverage
401k with employer contribution or match depending on plan design
Generous PTO and leave policies
Firm holidays
Remote work flexibility
Wellness program
Employee assistance program
Professional development opportunities

Pay

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Schedule

Full-time position

About Warner

Warner Norcross + Judd LLP is a full-service corporate law firm with 230+ attorneys practicing in nine offices throughout Michigan: Bloomfield Hills, Detroit, Grand Rapids, Holland, Kalamazoo, Lansing, Macomb, Midland and Muskegon. To learn more, visit www.wnj.com, or connect with us on LinkedIn or Facebook.

About Our Culture

Warner’s cultural motto is “Fun, Pride + Profit...in that Order.” We build A Better Partnership through:

• Teamwork – Warner’s lockstep compensation model encourages teamwork and distinguishes us from our competitors.
• Diversity – At Warner, we take an “all in” approach to DEI – engaging people at all levels of the firm to lead and participate on DEI committees and initiatives.
• Careers – Our culture of balanced personal and professional lifestyle allows us to maintain a 94% attorney retention rate. Attorneys throughout Michigan, the region and beyond are choosing Warner as their forever home – and because of our dedicated focus on living balanced lives, our attorneys’ families are fully supporting these important decisions.
• Community – Warner’s time-honored community engagement initiatives include financial contributions to 150+ nonprofits, scholarships and paid time off for all firm members to engage in community initiatives that are meaningful to them.