Counsel - Legal Practice

Edward Mann; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Edward Mann is seeking a senior Counsel in Boston, MA to lead high-value client matters with substantial autonomy. You will work closely with Partners and clients, delivering strategic legal advice and drafting complex agreements.

The role emphasizes leadership, mentoring junior attorneys, and contributing to business development. The ideal candidate has MA Bar admission, extensive experience in a reputable firm, and a strong commercial mindset.

Qualifications

• Admission to the Massachusetts Bar and a strong track record at a reputable law firm.
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex matters with high autonomy.
• Excellent drafting, research, negotiation and analytical skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and client management capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Collaborative leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Interest in contributing to the growth of the practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage sophisticated legal matters independently from inception to completion.
• Provide strategic, commercially focused legal advice to a diverse client base.
• Draft, review and negotiate complex legal agreements and documentation.
• Conduct detailed legal research and analysis on complex issues.
• Work closely with Partners on significant and high-value client matters.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
• Act as senior point of contact for clients and provide practical solutions.
• Supervise, support and mentor Associates and junior attorneys.
• Assist with business development and growth initiatives.
• Stay up to date with developments in relevant legislation and case law.

Skills

Client management

Legal drafting

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Leadership / mentoring

Business development

Regulatory knowledge

Job description

Location: Boston, MA
Job Type: Full-Time

We are seeking an experienced and highly capable Counsel to join an established legal practice in Boston, Massachusetts.

This role would suit an attorney with substantial experience in their practice area who is looking for a senior position with significant responsibility for client matters, while continuing to develop their professional profile and relationships within the firm.

The successful candidate will work closely with Partners, Associates and clients, taking ownership of complex matters and providing commercially focused legal advice.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage sophisticated legal matters independently from inception through to completion.
• Provide strategic and commercially focused legal advice to a diverse client base.
• Draft, review and negotiate complex legal agreements and documentation.
• Conduct detailed legal research and analysis on complex issues.
• Work closely with Partners on significant and high-value client matters.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
• Act as a senior point of contact for clients and provide practical solutions to complex legal issues.
• Supervise, support and mentor Associates and junior attorneys.
• Assist with business development initiatives and contribute to the continued growth of the practice.
• Remain up to date with developments in relevant legislation, regulation and case law.

Candidate Profile

• Admission to the Massachusetts Bar.
• Strong experience within a reputable law firm or legal practice.
• Demonstrable experience handling complex matters with a high degree of autonomy.
• Excellent legal drafting, research, negotiation and analytical skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and client management capabilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and work to demanding deadlines.
• A collaborative approach with strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• An interest in contributing to the wider development and growth of the practice.

What the Firm Offers

• A senior position within a respected legal practice.
• High-quality and sophisticated client work.
• Significant autonomy and direct client exposure.
• A collaborative and supportive working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and progression.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.