Description:

Summary:
A Global Law Firm is seeking a transactional Franchise & Distribution associate to join its practice. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years of regulatory U.S. franchising experience. International franchise and M&A experience is also a plus. Candidates can work in one of our 22 offices or can work remotely. Responsibilities will include drafting various franchise-related agreements and regulatory filings (e.g., franchise disclosure documents), providing advice related to complex business transactions, and counseling domestic and international clients. Candidates should have a strong academic record, superior organizational, drafting, and analytical skills, and possess the ability to work both independently and as part of a larger team. This is an excellent opportunity to work in the top Franchise & Distribution practice (as ranked by Chambers USA) on a broad range of matters for clients in a wide variety of industries.

What the team is known for: Leading firm offering a very deep bench of experienced attorneys capable of handling the full gamut of complex franchising litigation and transactional matters. Represents a wide variety of clients ranging from private equity firms to start-up franchisors to some of the largest franchisors in the USA. Has a strong international presence complementing work with foreign companies franchising into the US.

Education:

Bar Admission
State Bar admission in the state you would be practicing or eligible for admission via waiver

Experience:

Minimum 2 years of transactional franchise experience

Job Competencies & Desired Skills

Strong analytical and writing skills
Attention to detail
Good business judgment
Excellent organizational skills
Ability to work collaboratively and independently
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills
Research and problem-solving skills
Conceptual thinking
Ability to influence others
Persuasive communication
Management skills

General & Essential Job Expectations
While the specific job requirements of a A Global Law Firm position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all A Global Law Firm employees, which include but are not limited to:

Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;
Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;
Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;
Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;
Foster positive work relationships;
Comply with all firm policies and practices;
Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;
Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned;
Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our A Global Law Firm culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.

Physical Demands, Work Environment, and Other Requirements
Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment:
Hybrid with some in-office expectations