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Oklahoma City, OK, United States

Small Business Litigation & Transaction Attorney

Attorney

1-13 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm seeks a dedicated and skilled Small Business Litigation & Transaction Lawyer to join a dynamic team serving small businesses in Oklahoma City, OK. This full-time position offers a balance of transactional work, conflict resolution, and litigation for a diverse client base. The ideal candidate will have a broad range of legal experience with small business matters, from drafting contracts to handling business disputes, with a strong commitment to work-life balance.

Duties:

• Transactional Work:
  • Draft and review LLC formation documents, customer and employee contracts, vendor agreements, and business sale agreements.
  • Provide legal counsel to small businesses on day-to-day operations and growth strategies.
• Conflict Resolution:
  • Handle pre-litigation matters, including business disputes and potential breach of contract cases.
  • Resolve conflicts that may arise between business partners or stakeholders.
  • Work on commercial collections, ensuring fair resolutions before escalating to litigation.
• Litigation:
  • Represent clients in court for business-related disputes that have escalated to litigation.
  • Handle business “divorces” and other disputes that require courtroom representation.
• Maintain a focus on achieving efficient outcomes, balancing client needs with long-term business goals.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in small business law, including both transactional work and litigation.
• Familiarity with LLC formations, contract drafting, and business agreements.
• Strong understanding of conflict management and resolution techniques for small businesses.
• Experience with business disputes, breach of contract cases, and commercial collections.
• Ability to handle cases at various stages, from pre-litigation through to courtroom representation.
• A client-focused attitude with excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Oklahoma State Bar or eligibility to practice in Oklahoma.

Skills:

• Exceptional drafting and legal research skills.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution abilities.
• Comfortable managing a variety of business law matters simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.
• Strong courtroom skills for representing clients in business-related litigation.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to maintain a practical and solution-oriented approach.

Benefits:

• Competitive benefits package, including health insurance and paid time off.
• Support for work-life balance with a manageable billable hour expectation.

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