Commercial Transactions Attorney

DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced Commercial Transactions Attorney to support clients with sophisticated business agreements and strategic commercial matters at a boutique law firm in New York. This role is suited for a lawyer who can independently guide transactions from initial planning through execution while also providing practical counsel on governance, risk, and operational issues. TResponsibilities:• Lead commercial matters from initial strategy through execution, overseeing workflow and providing direction to entry-level attorneys and support staff.Prepare, revise, and negotiate key transaction and commercial documents, including:Supply agreements and contracts for the sale of critical goods and servicesJoint venture, teaming, and strategic alliance agreementsStandard contract terms and conditionsLicense and technology agreementsShareholders’, operating, and partnership agreementsDistribution and reseller agreements• Advise closely held companies and their principals on corporate governance, ownership matters, and internal business relationships.• Counsel clients on privacy, data protection, and related regulatory considerations that may affect transactional arrangements.• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and other deal professionals, providing practical, business‑oriented advice.Requirements• At least 7 years of experience handling commercial transactions within a law firm or a sophisticated corporate legal environment.• Demonstrated ability to manage complex transactions and lead deal teams, while mentoring and developing junior lawyers.• Strong drafting, negotiation, analytical, and client communication skills with an emphasis on practical business advice.• Ability to take ownership of matters through structuring, documentation, closing, and follow-up activities.• Admission to the New York Bar in good standing. Additional admissions are a plus• Strong academic credentials; highly regarded law school training or comparable achievement is preferred.• Regulatory experience involving government contracts or agencies is a plus.Job typePerm