Transactional Attorney

State Bar of Texas; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

CLE & development support

Direct client contact opportunities

Job summary

White, Starling & Osterman, PLLC, a growing Texas business law firm with offices in Dallas and Austin, seeks an entrepreneurial Transactional Attorney with at least two years of experience to join our Dallas or Austin office.

You will work directly with clients and fellow attorneys on mergers and acquisitions, asset purchases, and other business transactions, handling drafting, due diligence, and deal closing, while delivering exceptional client service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Texas license in good standing.
• At least two years in transactional, corporate, or business law.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements
• Assist with mergers, acquisitions, asset purchases, and other business transactions
• Advise clients on corporate governance and general business matters
• Conduct legal due diligence, generally assist with deal flow and prepare transaction-related documents
• Communicate directly with clients, counterparties, and opposing counsel
• Manage multiple projects and transaction timelines efficiently
• Collaborate closely with attorneys and staff across the firm

Skills

Legal drafting

Negotiation

Client communication

Project management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Active Texas law license

Job description

Position Overview

We are seeking an entrepreneurial Transactional Attorney with at least two years of relevant experience to join our Dallas or Austin office.

This position offers the opportunity to work directly with clients and fellow attorneys on a variety of business transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, business formations and restructurings, commercial contracts, and general corporate matters. The ideal candidate is resourceful, detail-oriented, and confidently capable of managing multiple matters while delivering exceptional client service.

Attorneys are given significant responsibility and hands-on experience, with opportunities to take an active role in transactions from inception through closing.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements
• Assist with mergers, acquisitions, asset purchases, and other business transactions
• Advise clients on corporate governance and general business matters
• Conduct legal due diligence, generally assist with deal flow and prepare transaction-related documents
• Communicate directly with clients, counterparties, and opposing counsel
• Manage multiple projects and transaction timelines efficiently
• Collaborate closely with attorneys and staff across the firm

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active Texas law license and good standing with the State Bar of Texas
• Minimum of two years of experience in transactional, corporate, or business law environment
• Excellent legal drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Ability to work resourcefully on both an independent basis and within a deal team

We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience
• Health insurance benefits
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and firm holidays
• Continuing legal education and professional development support
• Significant client contact and hands-on transactional experience
• Collaborative, supportive, and entrepreneurial work environment
• Opportunities for professional growth

About the Firm

White, Starling & Osterman, PLLC, is a growing Texas business law firm with offices in Dallas and Austin. We represent individuals and businesses on a broad range of commercial and regulatory matters. Our attorneys enjoy meaningful work, an enjoyable work environment, substantial responsibility, and the ability to chose your own path.

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active Texas law license and good standing with the State Bar of Texas
• Minimum of two years of experience in transactional, corporate, or business law environment
• Excellent legal drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
• Ability to work resourcefully on both an independent basis and within a deal team