Description:
Job Description:What we are looking for:
Baylor University's Law School is seeking an analytical, organized, and detail-oriented candidate for the Business & Transactional Law Associate position. The Business & Transactional Law Associate will support the mission of Baylor University by conducting research and providing administrative and other support for the transactional law program.
A Juris Doctor degree and less than a year of experience required. Bar admission required/anticipated. A Juris Doctor degree and two years of experience are preferred.
Additional requirements include:
- Excellent understanding and proficiency in various areas of business and transactional law including, but not limited to, business organizations, venture capital, mergers & acquisitions, and trusts and estates
- Must be proficient in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
- Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with attention to detail
- Strong organizational skills and ability to follow through on projects independently
- Desire to work in fast-paced environment with a hard-working, dedicated team
- Ability to manage a heavy workload and handle competing deadlines in a work environment involving a large number of interruptions
- Ability to analyze and review guidelines, policies and procedures to determine appropriate solutions to problems and/or questions
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and to work collaboratively
- Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment
- Willingness to learn new processes and skills, and willingness to complete regular training for all systems used regularly
- Strong desire to support and provide opportunities for the business and transactional program and its students
What you will do:
- Act as “mid-level to senior associate” for Entrepreneurship Clinic by managing students in clinic, being the main point of contact for the clients, drafting documents and reviewing drafts from students
- Conduct research for professors working on annual treatises, law review articles, CLE presentations
- Assist in creating marketing and alumni relations materials regarding business law programs and news
- Create materials, research, and administer various programs such as The Closer, the Transactional Law Practice Lab, and the Business Law Bootcamp
- Assist faculty with any technical and administrative needs for class
- Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor's mission
- Ability to comply with university policies
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance
What you can expect:
As part of the Baylor family, eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off, tuition remission, and outstanding automatic retirement contributions. Baylor has a comprehensive benefits plan that supports you and your family's wellbeing and allows you to be a part of the life of a vibrant and active college campus. To learn more, go to Baylor Benefits & Advantages.
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