Associate Attorney

Oberman Law Firm; Cumming (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Paid time off

Wellness resources

Mental health resources

CLE & leadership development

Job summary

Oberman Law Firm seeks a motivated Attorney Associate to lead day-to-day business and corporate transactional matters. You will draft and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, conduct due diligence, and support partners on complex deals in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

This role emphasizes ownership from inception through closing, with mentorship, and a platform for growing your practice.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from ABA-accredited law school.
• Active Georgia bar license (or eligibility for admission/reciprocity).
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in business, corporate, or transactional law.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and legal research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines independently.

Responsibilities

• Serve as day-to-day point of contact for assigned clients and manage expectations, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Independently manage a caseload of business and corporate matters under partner supervision.
• Provide practical, business-oriented legal advice tailored to clients' industries.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships characterized by responsiveness and trust.
• Maintain organized case files, matter budgets, engagement letters, and billing records.
• Assist senior attorneys in preparing for client meetings, negotiations, and closings.

Skills

Drafting

Negotiation

Legal research

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

Why Build Your Career at Oberman Law Firm

Oberman Law Firm is a full-service, growth-oriented firm built for attorneys who want to lead early, work on sophisticated matters, and build a lasting practice. The firm is guided by high-caliber, team-based legal service, strong professional and ethical standards, and an unwavering commitment to extraordinary client service.

Associates at Oberman Law Firm are given meaningful responsibility from day one rather than years of routine assignments. The firm pairs every attorney with hands‑on mentorship from experienced partners who are genuinely invested in each associate's development, and it provides the platform, resources, and firmwide support associates need to grow their own practice and client base over time. The firm's culture is anchored in six operating principles — being inspirational, disciplined, accountable, transparent, aligned, and results‑oriented — and in the belief that the growth of its people is inseparable from the growth of the firm itself.

Associates also benefit from the firm's structured approach to career development, including one‑on‑one partner mentorship, a formal attorney training and development program, annual performance and goal reviews, and a distinctive Personal, Professional & Financial (PPF) goal‑planning framework with quarterly leadership check‑ins and business development coaching. Compensation is market‑competitive and performance‑based rather than tenure‑based, with uncapped earning potential tied to results and origination. The firm rounds out its offering with comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, wellness and mental health resources, and ongoing CLE and leadership development support.

For an associate who wants to do sophisticated, high‑caliber corporate work for ambitious clients — while building a real, long‑term practice inside a firm that invests in its people — Oberman Law Firm offers both the platform and the mentorship to get there.

Position Summary

Oberman Law Firm is seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Attorney Associate to join the firm, which has a primary focus on business and corporate transactional matters. The Associate will manage the day‑to‑day legal needs of an active client roster, draft and negotiate a broad range of commercial and corporate agreements, conduct due diligence and transactional analysis, and provide substantive support to partners and senior attorneys on complex corporate matters. This role suits an attorney who thrives in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment, communicates clearly and confidently with clients, and takes ownership of matters from inception through closing.

Key Responsibilities

Client & Matter Management

• Serve as day‑to‑day point of contact for assigned clients, managing communications, expectations, deadlines, and deliverables throughout the life of a matter
• Independently manage a caseload of business and corporate matters under partner supervision, escalating complex or high‑risk issues appropriately
• Provide timely, practical, and business‑oriented legal advice tailored to each client's industry and objectives
• Build and maintain strong client relationships characterized by responsiveness, clarity, and trust
• Maintain organized case files, matter budgets, engagement letters, and billing records in compliance with firm policy
• Track matter status and proactively communicate progress, risks, and next steps to clients and supervising attorneys
• Identify opportunities to expand the scope of service for existing clients and support the firm's broader business development efforts

Corporate & Transactional Work

Entity Formation & Corporate Governance

• Advise on selection and formation of business entities (LLCs, corporations, partnerships, joint ventures) based on client goals, and liability exposure
• Draft and revise formation documents, including articles of incorporation/organization, bylaws, operating agreements, partnership agreements, and shareholder agreements
• Prepare corporate resolutions, consents, meeting minutes, and other governance documents
• Manage entity maintenance matters, including annual filings, registered agent changes, foreign qualifications, and good‑standing certifications
• Advise on corporate structuring, equity issuances, cap table matters, and founder/investor arrangements

Mergers, Acquisitions & Business Transactions

• Draft, review, and negotiate purchase and sale agreements for asset and stock transactions
• Conduct legal due diligence, including review of contracts, corporate records, licenses, litigation history, and regulatory compliance
• Prepare due diligence memoranda summarizing findings, risks, and recommended deal terms
• Assist with structuring transactions, drafting term sheets and letters of intent, and coordinating closing checklists and closing deliverables
• Support post‑closing integration matters, including assignment and assumption agreements and transition services arrangements

Commercial Contracts

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial agreements, including vendor and supply agreements, licensing agreements, distribution agreements, services agreements, and non‑disclosure agreements
• Review and negotiate leases, financing documents, and loan agreements on behalf of business clients
• Draft and revise employment agreements, independent contractor agreements, and restrictive covenants (non‑compete, non‑solicitation, and confidentiality provisions)
• Advise clients on contract risk, liability allocation, indemnification provisions, and enforceability issues

Regulatory & Compliance Support

• Research and analyze corporate, contract, and industry‑specific regulatory issues affecting client matters
• Assist clients with compliance matters related to licensing, corporate filings, and applicable state and federal business regulations
• Monitor changes in relevant law and advise clients and firm attorneys on potential impact to ongoing matters

Support to Partners & Senior Attorneys

• Assist senior attorneys in preparing for client meetings, negotiations, and transaction closings
• Prepare legal memoranda, deal summaries, and issue analyses on business and corporate law matters
• Support senior attorneys on larger or more complex transactional matters, including multi‑party or cross‑border deals
• Coordinate with paralegals, legal assistants, and administrative staff to ensure efficient and accurate matter progression
• Participate in strategy discussions and contribute practical, well‑researched input on deal structure and risk mitigation

Professional & Administrative Duties

• Maintain accurate and timely billable hour records in accordance with firm policy
• Stay current on developments in corporate, contract, and business law relevant to client industries
• Participate in firm training, mentorship programs, and the firm's PPF goal‑planning process
• Engage in business development and marketing initiatives, including networking, thought leadership, and client relationship building
• Uphold the firm's standards of professionalism, confidentiality, integrity, and exceptional client service

Qualifications

Required

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA‑accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in Georgia (or eligibility for prompt admission/reciprocity), in good standing
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in business, corporate, or transactional law
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and legal research skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skillsDemonstrated ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines independently

Preferred

• Experience with mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, or commercial real estate transactions (helpful but not required)
• Familiarity with industries relevant to the firm's client base (e.g., healthcare, real estate, technology, and professional services)
• Prior experience in a law firm environment handling direct client relationships and independent matter management

Core Competencies

• Sound legal judgment and business acumen
• Client-service orientation with professionalism under pressure
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Entrepreneurial mindset and willingness to take ownership of client relationships
• Collaborative team player able to work across practice groups
• High ethical standards and commitment to client confidentiality
• Competitive, market‑leading base salary commensurate with experience and performance
• Uncapped earning potential through performance bonuses and origination‑based rewards
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off, firm holidays, and flexible scheduling
• Wellness benefits, including mental health resources
• Structured mentorship, attorney training and development program, and PPF (Personal, Professional & Financial) goal planning
• CLE support, leadership development programs, and business growth resources

Oberman Law Firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.