Food and Agribusiness Attorney

Barley Snyder; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Food and Agribusiness Attorney to join their team. This exciting role offers the opportunity to counsel clients within the agricultural and food sectors, focusing on contract management, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance. Ideal candidates will possess a strong interest in the food and agribusiness field and demonstrate a commitment to becoming trusted advisors. The firm fosters a collaborative environment and is dedicated to providing exceptional service and value to clients. If you are ready to take your career to the next level in a supportive setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in law practice with a focus on food and agribusiness.
• Willingness to learn about agricultural and food systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide counsel to agricultural and food industry clients.
• Draft and review contracts and documents related to food and agribusiness.

Skills

Food and Agribusiness Law

Risk Assessment

Regulatory Compliance

Contract Drafting

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Barley Snyder, a regional law firm of more than 130 attorneys, has an excellent opportunity for a Food and Agribusiness Attorney.

The ideal candidate will have experience or a specific interest in food and agribusiness and at least 1-3 years of experience in the practice of law. The individual will provide counsel to agricultural and food industry clients, which will include drafting and reviewing various contracts and other documents, providing risk assessment and management advice, and assisting with permitting, regulatory compliance, and governmental oversight. Candidates should have a basic understanding or desire to learn the local, national, and global agricultural and food systems, and be prepared to demonstrate the ability or willingness to become trusted advisors to sophisticated clients in this specialized industry.

Barley Snyder is a well-established, full-service law firm with a commitment to and partnership with our clients. Our Practice Excellence initiative is an ongoing effort by everyone in our firm to constantly increase our capacity to provide excellent service, professional quality, and outstanding value to our clients, and this initiative has been recognized in several recent legal publications. We offer a collegial working environment and competitive salary and benefits package. Send resume and salary requirements to [e-mail] EOE

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal
• Industries: Law Practice