Senior Corporate Attorney Transportation & Logistics

A law firm seeks an experienced Senior Corporate Attorney to join its team in Winter Haven, FL. This position offers a unique opportunity for an attorney with a strong background in corporate law, particularly in regulated industries such as transportation and logistics. The ideal candidate will possess excellent transactional and drafting skills, with a keen ability to advise clients on strategic decisions and regulatory matters. The firm provides an engaging and dynamic work environment with professional development opportunities and significant client-facing responsibilities.

Duties

• Draft, review, and negotiate various complex commercial contracts, including those related to transportation, warehousing, and financing agreements.
• Advise clients on the strategic implications of contract terms and their impact on business operations.
• Research and analyze legal issues about transportation law, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution.
• Develop risk management strategies and manage insurance coverage issues for clients in the transportation sector.
• Assist in due diligence for mergers, acquisitions, and sales of transportation-related businesses.
• Draft and respond to demand letters, and assist with employment and litigation matters as needed.
• Manage multiple client matters and high-volume workloads independently and efficiently.
• Monitor and respond to regulatory audits and investigations related to transportation law.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to junior associates, delegating tasks and overseeing the quality of their work.
• Develop strategies to address complex legal challenges and offer solutions to clients and firm partners.
• Generate business opportunities through referrals, networking, and industry involvement.
• Stay up to date on industry trends, regulations, and legal developments, and actively participate in relevant associations and conferences.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing corporate law, with a focus on regulated industries (preferably transportation).
• Proven experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts, with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to handle high-volume legal matters and provide strategic advice to clients.
• Knowledge of transportation law, mergers and acquisitions, and employment law is highly preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively present legal concepts to clients and stakeholders.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong leadership qualities, with experience supervising junior associates and delegating tasks.
• A proactive and solution-focused approach to legal challenges, with the ability to manage complex matters and deliver results.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active admission to the Florida Bar or eligibility to practice law in Florida.

Skills

• Exceptional negotiation and drafting skills.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking abilities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
• Ability to manage high-pressure situations and adapt to changing priorities.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to handle a diverse range of legal matters efficiently.
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach to work, with a focus on shared goals and mutual respect.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Flexible remote work options

This position offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth and leadership within a specialized field of law, as well as a collaborative and supportive work environment.

This law firm proudly represents manufacturing businesses. Their areas of practice include corporate structuring, employment law, claims handling, regulatory compliance, litigation, and unified carrier registration. The firm is located in Winter Haven and Miami, FL.