Senior Associate Attorney - Business Law (Lansing)

Foster Swift Collins & Smith, PC is looking to add associate attorneys to its growing business and tax practice. This position is based out of our Grand Rapids office, with a hybrid work policy available following a successful period of in-person training.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an attorney to be part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment. Successful applicant will be supporting senior attorneys in the business and tax practice group on a variety of corporate and tax matters, including contract drafting, business and tax planning, compliance, and transactional support. requiring a strong understanding of business law, tax regulations, and the ability to effectively research and analyze complex legal issues. 

Candidates should have experience with a wide range of business formation and governance, corporate transactions, M&A, securities, investments, and joint ventures and desire to collaborate with others in the business and tax group to achieve the best possible results for our clients. Applicants should have a minimum of three years of business and tax law experience.

Position responsibilities include:

• Assist in preparing strategic legal advice to clients on business formation, structuring, mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and other corporate transactions
• Conduct in-depth client research and prepare client memos on a wide range of business and tax topics and prepare legal opinions and client memos
• Draft and review a variety of business contracts, including operating agreements, shareholder agreements, employment contracts, vendor agreements, and lease agreements to ensure legal compliance and alignment with client objectives
• Monitor and advise clients on tax compliance issues, including tax audits and disputes
• Communicate complex information (written and oral) to stakeholders with a wide array of expertise in an accessible way
• Stay updated on current tax laws and regulations
• Manage assigned legal matters from inception to completion, including communication with clients, internal team members, and opposing counsel
• Deliver exceptional client service and maintain high professional standards

Why Join Foster Swift?
For over 100 years, Foster Swift has been recognized for legal excellence and outstanding client service.  With offices in Lansing, Grand Rapids, Southfield and Holland our firm delivers comprehensive services for businesses, organizations, municipalities, families and individuals across Michigan, the nation and beyond. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment, ensuring equal opportunities for all employees. Our firm has achieved Mid-Sized Mansfield Rule Certified Plus status from Diversity Lab in 2023 and 2024. 

We offer a competitive salary with the potential for annual bonuses, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• A variety of voluntary benefits tailored to employees' needs

Apply Now:

Interested and qualified candidates are encouraged to submit a resume, cover letter, and persuasive writing sample to recruit@fosterswift.com for immediate consideration. 

• JD from an accredited law school
• Admitted to State Bar of Michigan and be in good standing 
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in corporate/business law at a law firm or in-house legal department.
• Strong understanding of business law principles, including corporate governance, contracts, and securities regulations. 
• Knowledge of federal and state tax laws, including corporate tax, individual tax, and partnership tax. 
• Excellent writing, legal research, communication and interpersonal skills Strong professional judgment, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team
• Strong work ethic with record of being proactive and resourceful
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage a busy case load, work under pressure, meet deadlines and pay attention to detail