Associate Attorney

Position Details

• Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8:30 AM - 5 PM
• Work Setup: On-Site
• Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time

Who We're Hiring For

• Who They Are: We're partnering with a highly regarded, 30+ year-old law firm located in the Greater Portland area. They provide comprehensive legal counsel to a broad spectrum of clients, focusing heavily on corporate, finance, and property law.
• Work Environment/Culture: The firm fosters an encouraging and team-oriented atmosphere. It is an ideal setting for professionals who appreciate hands-on responsibility and direct client engagement within a stable, growth-focused practice.

Why This Role Exists

This position plays a vital role in advancing the firm’s growing transactional division by providing top-tier legal guidance to business clients. You will manage a diverse portfolio of commercial matters, ensuring clients achieve their strategic goals while successfully mitigating legal and financial risks.

What You'll Be Doing

• Advise business clients on corporate formation, governance, and general operational matters to support their long-term stability and growth
• Draft, negotiate, and successfully close complex commercial and financing agreements on behalf of both borrowers and lending institutions
• Oversee commercial and residential real estate transactions, guiding buyers, sellers, and lenders smoothly through the closing process
• Prepare and review a wide array of business contracts to protect client interests and facilitate successful transactions
• Manage a diverse portfolio of client cases independently while effectively coordinating with fellow attorneys to deliver comprehensive legal solutions
• Handle occasional estate planning and probate matters to provide full-circle support to the firm's established clientele