Transactional Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and matching

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an experienced transactional attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah to provide sophisticated counsel on business transactions, corporate governance, and outside general counsel matters.

The role involves drafting, negotiating, and structuring commercial agreements, handling due diligence for M&A, and advising on entity structure and governance. You will collaborate with clients and professionals to deliver exceptional service across multiple matters.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active Utah State Bar in good standing or eligible for admission.
• 3+ years of experience in business, corporate, or transactional law.
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex business agreements.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Structure and document business acquisitions and sales.
• Conduct legal due diligence for mergers and acquisitions.
• Prepare letters of intent and closing documents.
• Coordinate transaction closings and post-closing matters.
• Form and organize business entities and prepare related agreements.
• Advise on entity structure, governance, and business planning.
• Serve as outside general counsel for closely held businesses.
• Identify legal risks and provide practical solutions.
• Collaborate with clients' financial advisors and other professionals.
• Deliver exceptional client service and manage multiple matters.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Written communication

Verbal communication

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced transactional attorney in Salt Lake City, Utah. The ideal candidate will provide sophisticated legal counsel on business transactions, corporate governance, and outside general counsel matters, becoming a strategic advisor to business owners.

Duties

• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements.
• Structure and document business acquisitions and sales.
• Conduct legal due diligence for mergers and acquisitions.
• Prepare letters of intent and closing documents.
• Coordinate transaction closings and post-closing matters.
• Form and organize business entities and prepare related agreements.
• Advise on entity structure, governance, and business planning.
• Serve as outside general counsel for closely held businesses.
• Identify legal risks and provide practical solutions.
• Collaborate with clients' financial advisors and other professionals.
• Deliver exceptional client service and manage multiple matters.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active member in good standing with the Utah State Bar (or eligible for admission).
• Three or more years of experience in business, corporate, or transactional law.
• Experience drafting and negotiating complex business agreements.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to explain sophisticated legal concepts in practical terms.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active member in good standing with the Utah State Bar (or eligible for admission).

Skills

• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to explain sophisticated legal concepts in practical terms.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.

Benefits

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.