Associate Attorney

Scion Staffing has been engaged to conduct a search for an Associate Attorney on behalf of our client, a reputable law firm specializing in providing legal services to Indian tribes, First Nations, and their business enterprises across the U.S. and Canada. This is a direct-hire, on-site position in Grand Rapids, MI! Responsibilities: Provide counsel and legal services to clients as well as represent clients in a professional manner while maintaining express confidentiality. Participate in business development functions (trade shows, seminars, etc.) to maintain and build client relationships as well as expand business. Travel to off-site meetings with prospective and current clients as needed. Apply knowledge of business issues, legal procedures, cases, statutes, and other regulatory authority to effectively counsel clients. Communicate with opposing attorneys through personal contact, telephone/email and facsimile to expedite cases to closure. Conduct legal research by preparing legal memoranda and necessary pleadings required in all aspects of state, federal and tribal litigation matters on an as needed basis. Appear at hearings and trials as needed and/or assigned. Draft tribal codes, regulations, agreements, analyze and review legal documents as needed. Interface with clients on a continuous basis. Comply with all court and state bar licensure obligations. Comply with firm employee handbook and other processes Perform other related duties as assigned. Qualifications: Strong transactional experience, including contract review, business acquisitions, finance transactions, and corporate governance structuring. Background in real estate development, corporate governance, and/or acquisitions. Licensed to practice law in Michigan and a member in good standing with the Michigan State Bar. Strong research, writing, interpersonal, analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills. Self-motivated, self-starting, and able to thrive in a dynamic environment with remote collaboration across offices, clients, and staff in the United States and Canada. Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships. Willingness to travel for work on client matters. Detail-oriented, independent, and collaborative with initiative and creativity. Experience in federal Indian law is preferred but not required. Litigation experience is a bonus but not required.

Salary : $120,000 - $140,000