Attorney

Spherion Staffing, LLC; Fort Wayne (IN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work-Life Balance

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan

Mentorship

Job summary

Spherion Staffing, LLC in Fort Wayne, IN seeks motivated Associate Attorneys to join a leading firm. You will contribute to corporate matters, M&A negotiations, banking & finance advisory, and estate administration while engaging with clients and stakeholders.

You will work under seasoned partners, benefit from a hybrid schedule, and participate in a comprehensive benefits package designed to support professional growth and work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license (or eligibility for immediate admission) to practice law in Indiana.
• Strong proficiency in legal research, drafting, document management tools (e.g., NetDocuments), and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Assist in Corporate & M&A drafting, reviewing, and negotiations for buy-side and sell-side transactions.
• Provide legal counsel in Banking & Finance; draft loan and security agreements; represent creditors in bankruptcy settings.
• Advise on fiduciary tax, gift, and estate matters; draft pleadings; review records; prepare funding calculations and tax returns.
• Maintain direct communication with business owners, executive leadership, financial institutions, and clients.

Skills

M&A experience

Banking & Finance exposure

Estate planning knowledge

Excellent communication

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Indiana license eligibility

Tools

NetDocuments

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Terms

I am at least 18 years old

I am legally authorized to work in the United States

We are seeking motivated, client-focused Associate Attorneys to join a firm in Fort Wayne, IN!

What's In It For You?

• Work-Life Balance: Standard daytime schedule with hybrid work-from-home flexibility.
• Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical coverage (HDHP) with health insurance options.
• Financial Security: Employer-provided Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability (STD), and Long-Term Disability (LTD).
• Retirement Planning: 401(k) plan with 100% immediate vesting from Day 1.
• Professional Support: Paid bar registration fees, local Bar Association dues, and covered professional liability insurance.
• Perks: Free on-site parking and direct mentorship from seasoned partners

Responsibilities:

• Corporate & M&A: Assist in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating buy-side and sell-side transactions, commercial contracts, corporate governance documents, and due diligence reports.
• Banking & Finance: Provide legal counsel to financial institutions and creditors; draft loan and security agreements; represent creditors in bankruptcy court proceedings.
• Trust & Estate Administration: Advise clients on fiduciary tax, gift, and estate matters; draft court pleadings; review financial/real estate records; prepare funding calculations and tax returns.
• Client Engagement: Maintain direct communication with business owners, executive leadership, financial institutions, and individual clients.

Skills:

• Experience representing mid-market or large corporate entities (for M&A focus).
• An existing book of business (for Banking & Finance focus).
• Background exposure to estate planning, real estate, corporate, or non-profit law (for Trust & Estate focus).

Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Education:

Doctorate

Experience:

4-7 years

Qualifications:

• Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensure: Active license (or eligibility for immediate admission) to practice law in the State of Indiana.
• Technical Skills: High proficiency in legal research, legal drafting, document management tools (e.g., NetDocuments), and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication, strong analytical thinking, meticulous attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact [e-mail].