Mid-Level Sports Transactional Associate | Los Angeles, CA | Firm Policy | Mid-Level | $275,000[...]

Mid-Level Sports Transactional Associate | Los Angeles, CA | Firm Policy | Mid-Level | $275,000–$305,000 Base + Bonus | Am Law 100 Watts & Associates is working discreetly with a highly regarded Am Law 100 global full-service law firm seeking a Mid-Level Sports Transactional Associate to join its Los Angeles, CA platform. This opportunity offers sophisticated commercial sports and entertainment transactions for professional sports organisations, venues, sponsors, brands and media businesses within a nationally recognised sports transactions practice. The successful attorney will work closely with partners and senior attorneys, take ownership of substantive matters and gain exposure to high-value work, important clients and cross-practice collaboration. Company Highlights Am Law 100 global full-service platform with sophisticated domestic and cross-border capabilities. Recognised practice strength across sports transactions and related corporate, regulatory or litigation disciplines. Established team advising professional sports organisations, venues, sponsors, brands and media businesses on complex, high-value matters. Collaborative and partner-led environment offering meaningful associate responsibility. Structured mentoring, practical training and individual career-development support. Strong commitment to professional development, wellbeing, inclusion, innovation and pro bono work. Why This Opportunity Stands Out This is an opportunity to join a well-established sports transactions practice offering: Sophisticated commercial sports and entertainment transactions for professional sports organisations, venues, sponsors, brands and media businesses. Meaningful ownership of substantive workstreams and increasing responsibility based on experience. Direct access to partners, senior attorneys and clients. Opportunities to deepen technical, commercial and strategic experience within a recognised sports transactions practice. A credible platform for long-term progression and advancement. The Role The successful attorney will support and lead key components of sports transactions matters, including: Draft and negotiate sponsorship, naming-rights, media-rights, licensing, merchandising and venue-related agreements. Advise professional leagues, teams, venues, sponsors, brands, universities and media businesses on complex commercial arrangements. Support franchise acquisitions and dispositions, joint ventures and complementary corporate, IP and real-estate matters. Manage transaction processes, coordinate specialist input and communicate directly with clients and counterparties. Coordinate with attorneys and professionals across related practice areas and offices. The role offers direct collaboration with partners, senior attorneys and clients, together with increasing responsibility and opportunities to take ownership of important workstreams. Ideal Candidate Profile The firm is seeking an attorney with: Mid-level substantive sports transactions experience. Experience handling commercial sports and entertainment transactions for sophisticated clients. Strong drafting, analytical, organisational and problem-solving skills. The ability to manage multiple workstreams, meet demanding deadlines and communicate effectively with clients and colleagues. Strong academic credentials and experience in a sophisticated law-firm environment. Admission in the relevant office jurisdiction, or eligibility to waive in promptly, is required. Compensation and Benefits The anticipated base salary range is $275,000–$305,000, depending on class year, experience, location, qualifications and other relevant factors. The firm also offers bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits package, which may include: Medical, dental and vision insurance. Life and disability insurance. Retirement and 401(k) benefits. Paid time off and firm holidays. Parental and family-care benefits. Professional-development and continuing legal education support. Wellbeing resources and pro bono opportunities. Location and Working Arrangement The position is available in Los Angeles, CA. Working arrangements are governed by the firm's current office policy and may vary by office, team, client and business requirements. Candidates must be admitted in the relevant jurisdiction or be eligible to obtain admission within the required timeframe. Apply in Confidence All discussions will be handled in strict confidence. To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Watts & Associates directly or submit your application for confidential consideration. Kindly apply with your resume. Should your experience align with the opportunity, we will reach out by telephone, email or LinkedIn to schedule a discreet call. Recruiter submissions are accepted subject to the hiring firm's applicable search-firm agreement and submission procedures. Relevant search terms: Mid-Level Sports Transactional Associate, Sports Transactions, Los Angeles, CA, Am Law 100, Attorney Jobs

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