Partner

Pernini Legal, LLC; Traverse City (MI); Remote; USD 150,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

An elite international law firm is seeking seasoned attorneys for a fully remote partner-level opportunity. Ideal candidates will have significant portable business and expertise in areas like Corporate, M&A, or Litigation. Join a collaborative environment with competitive compensation and flexibility.

Benefits

Generous revenue-sharing

Full administrative support

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• 7+ years of substantive experience practicing law at an AmLaw 100 or similarly sophisticated firm.
• Active Bar Admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction.

Responsibilities

• Lead and grow your practice within a modern, distributed firm environment.
• Maintain and deepen client relationships, delivering exceptional service.
• Collaborate with other senior attorneys on high-level matters.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Business Development

Client Relationship Management

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Job description

REMOTE PARTNER-LEVEL ATTORNEY OPPORTUNITY

Location : Fully Remote (U.S. Based)

Are you a Rainmaker tired of working long hours to bring in those big deals and large clients to receive less than half of the fees directly attributable to your efforts?

An elite international law firm with a modern , technology-forward approach is seeking seasoned and entrepreneurial attorneys to join their growing team. This opportunity is fully remote and tailored for senior-level attorneys with significant portable business who are looking to take greater ownership over their practice within a collaborative and flexible environment.

Candidate Profile :

JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record .

Active Bar Admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, in good standing.

7+ years of substantive experience practicing law at an AmLaw 100 or similarly sophisticated firm .

Portable Book of Business : Minimum of $1M in verifiable portable business required.

Practice Versatility : Ideal candidates will have deep expertise in one or more of the following areas :

Corporate , M&A , Commercial Real Estate , Finance , Commercial Litigation , Securities , Healthcare , Data Privacy , IP , Regulatory / Compliance , FinTech , Employment , Bankruptcy , International Trade , Technology / IP , Entertainment / Media , Aerospace , or Cannabis .

Strategic Thinker : Demonstrated ability to independently manage client relationships, generate business, and deliver high-value legal solutions.

Collaborative Mindset : Desire to join a network of like-minded peers who engage in cross-selling and mutual business development support.

Entrepreneurial Drive : Seeking attorneys who are motivated to control their practice, compensation, and work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities :

Lead and grow your practice within a modern, distributed firm environment.

Maintain and deepen client relationships, delivering exceptional service and strategic legal counsel.

Collaborate with other senior attorneys across practice groups on high-level, complex transactional and litigation matters.

Engage with firm leadership in shaping firm strategy, resource allocation, and client service standards.

Contribute to a collegial culture grounded in mutual respect, autonomy, and shared business success.

Compensation & Benefits :

Compensation Structure : Highly-competitive , with generous revenue-sharing directly tied to origination and billings. Compensation will be determined by experience, book of business, and fees received.

No Capital Contribution Required : Enjoy the benefits of firm affiliation without the traditional equity buy-in .

Full Infrastructure : Leverage robust administrative, marketing, and technological support to scale your practice.

Work-Life Balance : Set your own schedule and enjoy true flexibility without compromising on the sophistication of your work.

National Footprint : Access a distributed network of high-performing attorneys and institutional resources across the country.

Why Join Us?

This is a rare opportunity to redefine your legal career on your own terms . Our client offers a cutting-edge platform for high-achieving attorneys who are ready to move away from the constraints of traditional big law. You’ll join a prestigious group of peers from top law schools and major law firms, collaborating on meaningful and challenging work—without sacrificing autonomy, transparency, or income potential. Here, innovation meets professionalism in a culture that values quality, respect, and freedom. Build your practice, your way—while being supported by a modern firm that’s designed for the future of law .

Application Requirements :

Interested candidates should submit a resume , along with a cover letter including :

Estimated portable book of business,

Representative list of matters (transactions or cases),

Business development strategy or practice plan.

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.