Business Attorney

THE ROLE: This is a chance to practice business law without the traditional billable-hour model, while working with high-quality clients, respected financial advisors, and a collaborative national legal team. You'll guide business law clients through entity formation, governance, succession, compliance and exit planning, lead virtual client meetings, and help ensure each business plan is thoughtfully designed and properly coordinated with the client's estate plan. This role is ideal for an attorney who is confident with clients, comfortable working with financial advisors, and excited to build out a modern business planning practice — whether you're a few years into your career or a seasoned practitioner ready for more complex work.

WHAT YOU'LL DO: Conduct virtual client meetings to gather information, clarify goals, and present tailored business planning strategies Draft and review business formation documents: LLC and corporate formations, operating agreements, bylaws, and related instruments Advise on business succession and exit planning, including buy-sell agreements and ownership transition strategies Coordinate business planning with clients' estate plans including entity structuring, asset protection, and intergenerational transfer of business interests Lead client and advisor meetings with professionalism, clarity, and confidence Collaborate with financial advisors, internal team members, and our of-counsel attorney network across all 50 states Stay current on business, tax, and succession planning laws at the federal and state level Advise clients on entity selection, ownership structuring, and business asset titling Build and maintain strong relationships with financial advisors and their leadership team Respond to client and advisor inquiries promptly and professionallyWHAT YOU BRINGJuris Doctor degree from an accredited law school Licensed to practice law and in good standing with at least one state bar 3+ years of experience in business law, entity formation, and/or succession planning (more experienced candidates encouraged to apply: compensation scales with experience)Strong knowledge of business entity structuring and succession planning; experience integrating business and estate planning a plus Excellent client-facing skills: you can explain complex business and legal concepts clearly Strong organizational, time-management, analytical, drafting, and writing skills Comfort working in a technology-enabled legal practiceA genuine commitment to exceptional client serviceWHY HARGROVENo billable hour requirement Competitive salary and benefits 401(k) with employer match Comprehensive health insurance Paid time off Flexible work arrangementsA collaborative, national team Hargrove Firm provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.