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Associate Attorney
Job Description
Position Details
- Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8:30 AM - 5 PM
- Work Setup: On-Site
- Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Who We're Hiring For
- Who They Are: We're partnering with a highly regarded, 30+ year-old law firm located in the Greater Portland area. They provide comprehensive legal counsel to a broad spectrum of clients, focusing heavily on corporate, finance, and property law.
- Work Environment/Culture: The firm fosters an encouraging and team-oriented atmosphere. It is an ideal setting for professionals who appreciate hands-on responsibility and direct client engagement within a stable, growth-focused practice.
Why This Role Exists
This position plays a vital role in advancing the firm’s growing transactional division by providing top-tier legal guidance to business clients. You will manage a diverse portfolio of commercial matters, ensuring clients achieve their strategic goals while successfully mitigating legal and financial risks.
What You'll Be Doing
- Advise business clients on corporate formation, governance, and general operational matters to support their long-term stability and growth
- Draft, negotiate, and successfully close complex commercial and financing agreements on behalf of both borrowers and lending institutions
- Oversee commercial and residential real estate transactions, guiding buyers, sellers, and lenders smoothly through the closing process
- Prepare and review a wide array of business contracts to protect client interests and facilitate successful transactions
- Manage a diverse portfolio of client cases independently while effectively coordinating with fellow attorneys to deliver comprehensive legal solutions
- Handle occasional estate planning and probate matters to provide full-circle support to the firm's established clientele
Job Requirements
What Skills You’ll Need
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
- Active admission to the Maine State Bar or eligibility for admission
- 3+ years of proven solid business law or transactional experience
- Strong background handling business entities, commercial contracts, real estate, and title work
- Excellent analytical and negotiation skills
Additional Information
Your Pay & Perks
- Salary Range: $95,000 - $110,000 per year
- Core Benefits: Health insurance, Life insurance, comprehensive retirement plan w/ matching, and Paid Time Off (PTO)
Why Work With Us
Since 1987, Springborn Staffing has been connecting talented professionals with great opportunities across Maine and New England. Recently awarded Gold for 'Best of the 207,' our approach is simple: we value real relationships over quick transactions. When you apply through us, you aren't just sending your resume into a void – you're getting a dedicated local advocate in your corner. We provide the expert guidance, honest feedback, and inside market knowledge you need to confidently take the next step in your career.
Ready to Apply? We’d love to connect. Reach out whichever way is easiest for you:
- Apply Here
- Drop us an Email: Send your resume over to info@springbornstaffing.com
- Give us a Call: Prefer to chat first? Reach out to our team at (207) 761-8367
Meet Your Recruiter
Deb Jabine
Vice President & Senior Recruiter
Fifteen years ago, Deborah learned that exceptional recruiting isn't about the quantity of candidates presented—it's about the quality of matches made through meticulous assessment and genuine partnership. With her CPC certification and unwavering commitment to excellence, she's successfully delivered over 800 strategic hires while maintaining an impressive 92% client satisfaction rate across diverse industries. Rather than following the typical "headhunter" approach, she's built her practice around authentic client partnerships. Deborah's thorough methodology includes meeting every candidate face-to-face and conducting comprehensive assessments, a method that has reduced clients' average hiring cycles by 35% while dramatically increasing new hire quality and retention.
Her diverse industry experience spans law, financial services, and beyond, but she's particularly effective in legal and accounting sectors where her background provides invaluable insight into firm dynamics and technical hiring requirements. What drives her exceptional client service is a genuine investment in long-term success, treating every search as a strategic partnership rather than a simple transaction. When she's not delivering perfect-fit candidates, you'll find this dedicated professional hitting Maine's running trails with the same persistence and endurance she brings to finding your ideal hire. Deborah spends her free time enjoying her family and a coastal lifestyle, which includes swimming in the ocean from April to October!
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