About this opportunity
Raymour & Flanigan Furniture and Mattresses lists this Associate Counsel opportunity in village of liverpool, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
This is an exciting opportunity for a recent law school graduate or early-career attorney to develop a sophisticated practice spanning corporate, transactional, and real estate law and more. You will join an experienced, highly regarded in-house legal team and provide pragmatic counsel to a retail business operating 150 stores across eight states and a real estate business managing a 15 million square-foot commercial portfolio — negotiating contracts, closing deals, and advising on matters that directly impact operations at scale. We are looking for an energetic team player who will thrive alongside collegial and seasoned attorneys committed to your mentorship and professional growth.
Key Responsibilities
Corporate Transactions : Draft, review, and negotiate legal contracts in support of the retail business, including SaaS agreements, non-disclosure agreements, financing agreements, access agreements, employment agreements, transportation agreements and more.
Property Transactions : Support the real estate business in connection with the purchasing, selling, leasing, and financing of its commercial real estate portfolio, including conducting property due diligence, reviewing title, negotiating transaction documents, managing deals, and closing transactions.
Property Management : Support both the retail and real estate business in the day-to-day management of the commercial property portfolio including counseling in-house property managers, assisting with landlord-tenant disputes, interpreting lease language and advising on compliance matters.
Corporate Governance : Assist with the formation and governance of corporate entities, including drafting operating agreements, corporate resolutions, amendments, and related instruments.
Artificial Intelligence : Integrate artificial intelligence into your daily practice, including the creation of and collaboration with custom "AI skills."
Legal Research : Conduct research on relevant laws, regulatory developments, and industry practices to support the department's work.
Outside Counsel Management : Direct and oversee outside counsel engagements with an emphasis on cost efficiency and accountability.
General : Contribute to the broader operation of the legal department, which may include, on an ad-hoc basis, representing the retail business in connection with employment matters, customer satisfaction, governmental inquiries, compliance and more.
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school, preferably graduating in the top 25% of class
Admission to the New York State bar in good standing, or eligible for registration as in-house counsel in the State of New York
Minimum of 2–5 years of relevant legal experience
Strong knowledge of, or interest in, corporate, transactional, and/or real estate law.
Proficient in, or willing to learn and actively implement, artificial intelligence tools on a daily basis
Outstanding analytical, organizational, and time-management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and legal research tools (e.g., LexisNexis)
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Collegial demeanor and proven success in a team-oriented environment
Salary Range: $1,920 - $2,885 Weekly
Raymour & Flanigan proudly supports a drug and smoke-free work environment.
U.S. work authorization required; visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Please note that we are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must have authorization to work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.
We are strongly committed to inclusivity and a diverse workforce. We are committed to a discrimination‑free workplace where associates are treated with respect and dignity. To achieve this, we do not discriminate against race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Location
Northern Field Support Center-NFSC
Wage Range
Raymour & Flanigan offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package:
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Who can apply
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