Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collegial environment

Exposure to Indian law matters

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a full-time Associate Attorney in its Sioux Falls, South Dakota office to advise tribal governments and tribally owned businesses on economic development, corporate governance, and transactions.

The role emphasizes drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, providing outside general counsel services, and supporting tribal economic development and regulatory matters. SD bar admission or willingness to admit is required.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of relevant legal experience preferred.
• Experience representing Indian tribes or interest in Indian Country.
• Active bar membership in any state (South Dakota preferred or willingness to become admitted).

Responsibilities

• Advise tribal governments and tribally owned businesses.
• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Provide outside general counsel services.
• Support economic development initiatives and regulatory matters.

Skills

Strong writing

Strong research

Communication skills

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a full-time Associate Attorney for its Sioux Falls, South Dakota office. The position involves representing Native American tribes and tribally owned enterprises, with a focus on economic development, corporate governance, and business transactions.

Duties

• Advise tribal governments and tribally owned businesses.
• Draft and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Provide outside general counsel services.
• Support economic development initiatives and regulatory matters.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of relevant legal experience preferred.
• Experience representing Indian tribes or a demonstrated interest in Indian Country.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active bar membership in any state (South Dakota preferred or willingness to become admitted).

Skills

• Strong writing, research, and communication skills.

Benefits

• A collegial and mission-driven work environment.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge legal matters in Indian law, tribal economic development, and corporate law.