Rapp & Krock, PC is a Galleria-area law firm seeking a highly skilled and driven Senior Transactional Attorney to join our growing team.
This role offers an opportunity to work within a business transactional practice where you will play an active role in advising clients on a range of complex transactions and legal matters including mergers and acquisitions, banking and corporate finance, securities, and commercial contract matters.
The ideal candidate will have at least fifteen (15) years of experience in transactional law, a strong business acumen, with a focus on managing complex business transactions, and a portable book of business of any size and/or relationships that would provide the framework to generate work for the law firm.
Why Join Us: Our purpose is to deliver comprehensive legal services using our diverse skills, experience, and proven process.
We strive to exhibit our core values in all that we do.
Trusted – Knowing your best interest is firstRelationships – Valuing long-term relationshipsCommitted – Your Business is Our Business®Creative – Finding a wayCollaborative – Always working togetherQuality – Exceeding expectations Benefits: Enjoy a competitive compensation package along with a comprehensive benefits package:
Medical Insurance, Vision, Dental, AFLACFirm-funded disability insurance plan and group term life coverage401(k) and profit-sharing plan (subject to plan eligibility date)Parental LeavePaid bar and professional membershipsPaid continuing legal educationInternal support for business development and practice marketing Key Functions: Provide comprehensive legal advice to clients on various transactional matters, including structuring, negotiating, and drafting contracts, agreements, and other legal documents.Manage and oversee mergers, acquisitions, and other transactional deals from inception through closing, ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.Conduct due diligence and review legal documentation to identify potential risks and advise clients accordingly.Collaborate closely with colleagues and support staff to ensure cohesive and effective matter management.
Collaborate closely with clients and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth and efficient communication and transaction processes.Contribute to business development efforts by identifying opportunities to expand client relationships, obtain new clients, and enhance the firm's service offerings.Active role in the accurate and timely fee tracking and billing procedures, ensure compliance with billing guidelines, and address any discrepancies or billing issues promptly to maintain client satisfaction.Generate new billable work for the attorneys in the transactional practice group, and for the other practice groups of the firm.
Interact and manage client relationships in accordance with the core values of the firm.
Education and Experience: Juris Doctorate (J.D.)
from an accredited law schoolMinimum of fifteen (15) years of experience as a licensed attorney handling transactional matters Qualifications: Admission to the Texas State Bar Strong negotiation, drafting, research and analytical skillsExcellent interpersonal and communication abilities, with a collaborative approach to client and team interactionsCompetence in developing effective strategies and identifying key legal issuesAbility to think creatively, use good judgment and decision-making, and operate with accuracy and integrityWorks well under pressure with flexibility to changing work priorities, workflow, and work assignmentsDemonstrated ability to manage multiple matters and prioritize tasks effectivelyEstablished technology-driven work ethicAbility to build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their business objectives and providing tailored legal adviceMaintain a positive, respectful environment that embraces diverse perspectives and needs among clients, team members, and communityDemonstrated ability to generate work and projects for themselves and for others.Desire and experience in managing legal matters being conducted by other attorneys, including mentoring and managing younger attorney.
Job Type: Full-time Work Location: In person Rapp & Krock, PC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, or other factors protected by law.