Associate Attorney - Commercial Transactions

A law firm seeks a team-oriented Associate Attorney to join its Commercial Transactions team. This position is based in Indianapolis, IN, and offers an exciting opportunity to work on a diverse range of commercial contracts and transactions. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements. This role requires strong research and contract drafting abilities, effective communication skills, and the ability to manage multiple projects efficiently while collaborating with a dedicated team.

Duties:

• Draft and negotiate various commercial contracts, including complex supply and distribution agreements, joint venture agreements, technology agreements, transition services agreements, and equipment sale/lease transactions.
• Create and maintain contract templates, playbooks, and provide training for client teams on commercial agreements.
• Collaborate with clients to understand their needs and deliver tailored legal solutions.
• Manage commercial transactions from negotiation through closing, ensuring all legal requirements and client objectives are met.
• Perform thorough legal research and provide expert analysis on commercial transactions.
• Communicate effectively with clients, internal teams, and other stakeholders to keep projects on track and aligned with strategic goals.
• Support senior attorneys in managing client relationships and developing new business opportunities.

Requirements:

• At least 4 years of experience in a mid-to-large law firm, specifically in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Proven experience in handling complex commercial transactions and agreements, such as global supply agreements, joint ventures, and technology contracts.
• Strong contract drafting and legal research skills.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage with clients effectively and manage client expectations.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple priorities efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong team player, able to collaborate and share resources effectively.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the state bar in the jurisdiction where the position is located (or eligibility to obtain admission).

Skills:

• Expertise in commercial contracts, including drafting, negotiating, and managing complex agreements.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.
• Proficiency in creating legal templates, playbooks, and client-facing resources.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) policy.
• Professional development opportunities to support career growth.
• Collaborative work environment with a focus on work-life balance.

This position offers a unique opportunity to work with a dynamic team and engage with high-profile clients on complex commercial transactions. The firm values a supportive, inclusive culture and strives to foster professional development for all team members.

This Vault-ranked firm has a client-first mindset, where attorneys are rewarded based on their listening and understanding their clients' goals, thinking creatively and aggressively to advance those goals, and obtaining the clients' ultimate success. Attorneys at this firm partner with members of the firm's affiliated businesses to provide comprehensive service to clients. These partnerships allow clients to access business consulting across a variety of disciplines. The attorneys truly work as one team to help their clients succeed. This modern, progressive firm boasts a highly respectful, transparent workplace culture, which fosters creativity, teamwork, inclusion, diversity, and service to clients and communities. This firm emphasizes significant investment in the communities where their attorneys live and practice. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.