Corporate/Transactional Attorney

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Attorney to join our legal team with a strong focus on commercial oil and gas transactions, corporate structuring & governance, and general business support. This role will work closely with executive leadership and cross-functional teams on a variety of legal matters, including mergers & acquisitions, oil & gas development projects, corporate structuring, entity formation and management, compliance, and commercial contracts. This is an entry level position that provides direct legal and administrative support to General Counsel.

This is an excellent opportunity for a young attorney looking to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic and fast-paced in-house legal environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with corporate structuring, entity formation & governance matters, including updating and maintaining corporate books and other records
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, including NDAs, vendor agreements, service agreements, and other commercial documents
• Support mergers, acquisitions, and other business transactions through document preparation, organization, and due diligence efforts
• Prepare and file corporate documents, including formations, amendments, annual reports, and related filings
• Conduct legal research and assist with regulatory compliance matters
• Coordinate with internal departments including finance, operations, land, and executive leadership on legal matters
• Organize and maintain legal files, contracts, and corporate records
• Assist with litigation matters as needed, including document collection, case management, and coordination with outside counsel
• Provide general legal support to attorneys and company leadership

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Licensed to practice law in Texas or ability to obtain licensure within a reasonable timeframe
• 1–2 years of legal experience preferred, ideally with exposure or a focus on oil & gas, transactional, and corporate law
• Familiarity with contract drafting, review, and negotiation
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams

Work Environment

This position is based in-office and will collaborate closely with executive leadership, finance, operations, land, and external counsel.

Industry

Oil and Gas

Employment Type

Full-time