Description:

Cairncross & Hempelmann (“CH&”) is a full-service law firm in Seattle that advises our diverse client base in multiple practice areas, including land use, real estate, construction, business, corporate finance, litigation, bankruptcy and creditors' rights. Our hallmark culture hinges upon respect, collegiality, and genuine care which extends to all CH& employees, as well as to our clients and their teams.

We are currently seeking a Senior Corporate Attorney to step in and work with existing sophisticated clients who have long-standing relationships with senior partners at the firm who are ready to transition those relationships. The ideal candidate would join the firm with less than a whole book of business and can continue to grow their practice.

This Position Entails the Following:
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

Provide legal advice and support on a wide range of corporate issues, including mergers and acquisitions, finance, corporate governance, and securities law compliance
Draft, review, and negotiate various types of commercial contracts and agreements
Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including federal and state securities laws
Coordinate with external legal counsel as needed
Provide training and guidance to other members of the legal team and company employees
Ability to maintain attention to detail and produce accurate work
Ability to work in a high-demand, fast-paced environment and meet short deadlines
Professional interaction with others in-person, in virtual meetings and through email and phone, using critical thinking and listening skills
Must be able to spend long periods of time in a stationary position working at a computer workstation (sit/stand desk is available)

Secondary Functions:

Attend Corporate Group and other meetings and firm events, as required
Participate in business development activities and initiatives
Initiate and respond to phone calls, emails, etc.
Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Supervise the work of more junior attorneys, legal assistants, and possibly paralegals.

The Ideal Senior Corporate Attorney Would Have the Following:
Education and/or Experience:

Undergraduate and JD degrees from accredited academic institutions
Current WSBA membership
At least 15 years of practice as a corporate attorney

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Excellent legal writing and oral communication skills
Strong knowledge of corporate law, including mergers and acquisitions, finance, corporate governance, and securities law
Demonstrated ability to provide sound legal advice on complex matters
Proven ability to develop business
Effective delegation and training skills
Good business judgment and ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly to non-attorneys
Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities under tight deadlines
Able to collaborate as part of a team, but also work independently

Our firm is committed to racial equality and social justice and our Racial Equality & Social Justice Plan invites all attorneys and staff to engage, take action, and continue to broaden diversity and awareness in our communities. The CH& Diversity Team was started in 2004 and drives the firm's initiatives and action. For more information, go to Diversity | Cairncross & Hempelmann.

Compensation Range: $175,000 – $250,000 annually. This range could expand, depending on the book of business: