Associate General Counsel

Associate General Counsel

About the Company

Well-regarded franchisee of Dairy Queen restaurants

Industry
Restaurants

Type
Privately Held

Founded
2002

Employees
5001-10,000

About the Role

The Company is seeking an Associate General Counsel to provide essential legal support in the areas of commercial real estate and general business. The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of tasks, including assisting the real estate team with transactions, negotiating and drafting commercial real estate agreements, and managing general business contracts with vendors and consultants. The role also involves offering legal advice to the company's divisions, supporting real estate due diligence and closings, and providing assistance with liability insurance claims. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of licensed legal experience, with a focus on commercial real estate and general corporate matters, and a JD degree with excellent academic credentials. Applicants for the Associate General Counsel position at the company should possess a strong skill set in legal document analysis, negotiation, and drafting, as well as the ability to manage multiple projects with attention to detail. The role requires a professional with a high level of critical thinking, the ability to solve legal issues creatively, and a proven track record of establishing positive business relationships. While not mandatory, experience in litigation, with a closely held and entrepreneurial business, and in the franchise sector is considered a plus. The candidate must be admitted to practice law in the state of Tennessee and demonstrate a commitment to maintaining legal education and registration. A positive, energetic, and flexible approach, along with the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, is essential for this fast-paced, deadline-oriented position.

Hiring Manager Title
General Counsel

Functions

• Legal