Senior Counsel - Business Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Senior Counsel – Business Attorney to join our growing corporate and transactional practice in Omaha, NE. This is a full-time, in-person position and is ideal for an attorney with a strong private-practice background who enjoys advising closely held and middle-market businesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise business owners on succession planning and ownership transitions
• Manage entity formation, restructuring, and governance matters
• Lead and support mergers and acquisitions
• Serve as a trusted business advisor to clients
• Mentor junior attorneys and collaborate across practice areas
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school; active bar admission

• Minimum of 6 years of private practice experience
• Demonstrated experience working with closely held businesses, including succession planning, governance, and M&A
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Must be currently licensed in Nebraska or eligible to become licensed; Other state licenses (especially in states within our footprint) while not required, will be considered.

Why Join Us

• Sophisticated business law practice
• Collaborative culture and long-term growth opportunities
• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including a signing bonus for qualified candidates
• Modern, collaborative office spaces with updated technology and comfortable work areas
• West Omaha location that makes it easier to stay connected to family, school, and community commitments