Mid Level Associate with Business Background

FisherZucker LLC | Franchise Attorney; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

FisherZucker LLC, based in Philadelphia, is looking for a full-time mid-level associate lawyer with experience in franchise and distribution matters. The role supports clients by analyzing data, drafting agreements, and managing projects in a hybrid work environment.

Candidates should possess a JD from an accredited school, have strong analytical and communication skills, and ideally 2-5 years of relevant legal experience. The firm values professionals who can provide strategic legal solutions aligned with business objectives.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to interpret complex business, financial, and legal information.
• Understanding of finance, transaction deal structures, and franchising operations.
• 2-5 years of relevant experience in business law, corporate, or transactional practice.

Responsibilities

• Support franchise and distribution matters by analyzing business data.
• Draft and revise agreements and prepare client communications.
• Assist in client meetings and contribute to negotiations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Customer Service

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Company Description

FisherZucker LLC is a full-service law firm with a national practice focused almost exclusively on franchise, distribution, and licensing matters. With offices in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, the firm represents franchisors across the country in complex business transactions and disputes. Its attorneys have deep experience in pre-litigation counseling, litigation, arbitration, and mediation involving trademark, non-compete, antitrust, collections, under-reporting, and encroachment claims. FisherZucker advises on franchise development, regulatory compliance, and intellectual property licensing and protection, and is a trusted partner to major private equity firms on franchise due diligence and transactions exceeding $250 million. The firm also provides ongoing counsel on legal issues related to operating franchise systems.

Role Description

This is a full-time, mid-level associate role with a business background, based in Philadelphia, PA in a hybrid work arrangement that allows some work from home. The associate will support franchise and distribution matters by analyzing business and financial data, reviewing transaction documents, and assisting in due diligence for private equity and franchisor clients. Day-to-day responsibilities include drafting and revising agreements, preparing memoranda and client communications, and contributing to strategic advice that aligns legal solutions with business objectives. The role involves working closely with partners and clients to identify risks, propose practical recommendations, and help manage projects and timelines across multiple matters. The associate will also assist in client meetings, contribute to negotiations, and support ongoing client relationships through responsive and professional service.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex business, financial, and legal information.
• Foundational knowledge in Finance and Business, including understanding of transactions, deal structures, and franchise system operations.
• Excellent Communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to present information clearly to legal and business stakeholders.
• Customer Service mindset, demonstrating responsiveness, organization, and professionalism in client interactions.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and admission to practice law in Pennsylvania, or eligibility for prompt admission.
• 2–5 years of relevant experience in business law, franchise, corporate, or transactional practice preferred.
• Experience working with or advising franchisors, licensees, or private equity clients is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, manage multiple priorities, and collaborate within a small, focused team.