Transactional Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Position Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and versatile  Transactional Attorney to manage a diverse portfolio of legal matters involving  business, real estate, probate, estate planning, and contract transactions . The ideal candidate will handle the drafting, negotiation, and execution of a wide range of documents, including  LLC formations, trusts, wills, deeds, probate filings, and ancillary business and personal agreements. This role requires exceptional drafting skills, sound judgment, and a client-centered approach to delivering efficient and effective legal solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Business Transactions:
• Draft, review, and negotiate  business contracts , including purchase and sale agreements, partnership agreements, employment and service contracts, and vendor agreements.
• Form and maintain  LLCs, corporations, and other business entities , including drafting operating agreements, bylaws, resolutions, and compliance documents.
• Advise clients on  corporate governance, restructuring, and business succession planning.
• Estate Planning & Probate:
• Draft and execute  wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and related estate planning documents.
• Handle  probate administration , including filing petitions, managing estate assets, and assisting executors, trustees, and beneficiaries throughout the process.
• Advise clients on strategies for  asset protection, trust management, and estate distribution.
• Real Estate Transactions:
• Prepare, review, and record  deeds, transfers, easements, and related real estate documents.
• Conduct due diligence for real estate and business closings.
• General Transactional Work:
• Draft and manage a variety of  contractual and ancillary documents , including leases, promissory notes, financing documents, settlement agreements, and memoranda of understanding.
• Coordinate with accountants, financial advisors, and other professionals to ensure comprehensive and compliant transactions.
• Maintain knowledge of current laws, regulations, and best practices affecting business, estate, and property transactions.

License/Certification:

• active, good-standing license to practice law in Texas (Required)