Associate Attorney - Business Transactions

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance (HMO/PPO)

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Wellness incentives

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Unlimited Time Off

12 paid holidays

401(k)

Job summary

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP seeks a versatile Business Transactions Associate to join our growing team in South Orange County. You will represent clients in corporate transactions, including entity formation, employment agreements, asset purchases, and equity transfers, while working with experienced partners.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years of experience in corporate transactional matters, a J.D. from an accredited law school, and active California Bar admission.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication with clients and counsel.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with team members.
• Strong client-focused mindset and drive to achieve successful outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in corporate transactional matters, including formation and maintenance of entities and drafting agreements.
• Draft employment agreements, independent contractor agreements, asset purchase and equity transfer agreements.
• Collaborate with partners and team members to deliver transactions effectively.

Skills

Communication

Independent Work

Client Service

Team Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Job description

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP is seeking a versatile Business Transactions Associate to join our award-winning team in our newest office in South Orange County. As part of the Firm's continued growth across the Western U.S., this is a ground-floor opportunity to help build and shape our tenth office while being supported by the resources of an established, 225+ attorney firm, proudly recognized for our sixth consecutive year in the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® 'Best Law Firms' rankings.

As an integral member of our Business Team, you will represent clients in a variety of corporate transactional matters, including forming and maintaining entities, drafting employment agreements, independent contractor agreements, asset purchase agreements, equity transfer agreements, and more. You will work with a diverse range of clients, including individuals, businesses, and organizations. This role offers an excellent platform for professional growth, as you will collaborate closely with experienced partners and team members.

• Minimum 2+ years of experience handling corporate transactional matters, preferably in a law firm environment
• Proficient in drafting corporate formation documents, employment agreements, independent contractor agreements, asset purchase agreements, and equity transfer agreements
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients and counsel
• Ability and desire to work independently while also collaborating with team members
• Client-focused mindset and a passion for achieving successful outcomes
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Active admission to the California State Bar required

Our firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive compensation + performance-based bonus plan
• Generous medical insurance (HMO/PPO) – employer-paid premium up to 95% + employer funded HRA (for PPO plans)
• Dental insurance – employer-paid premium up to 100%
• Vision coverage
• Wellness incentives, including fitness discounts and rewards program
• Life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Unlimited Time Off program
• 12 paid holidays
• 401(k)

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace environment that promotes career development and a healthy work-life balance.

About Us:At Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara (BWB&O), we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, innovation, and unwavering dedication to our clients. With 200 attorneys across nine offices in four states, and a strong foothold in the legal community, we have built a solid reputation for delivering exceptional legal services across various practice areas. Learn more at https://bremerwhyte.com/

Equal Opportunity Statement:BWB&O is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

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The expected base salary range is $150,000-$250,000, however actual compensation will be determined based on experience (this does not include bonus plan).