Transactional Attorney

Advatix, Inc. • Corpus Christi, TX

5d • $115,000 - $155,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Our Client is seeking a Transactional Attorney with a minimum of 2 years of relevant transactional legal experience to join its Corpus Christi, Texas office. The ideal candidate will have experience in business law, commercial real estate, energy law, corporate transactions, or a related practice area, with strong capabilities in contract drafting, negotiation, due diligence, transaction management, and client advisory. Our Client is a highly respected full-service law firm providing sophisticated corporate, real estate, energy, and transactional legal services. The firm serves a diverse range of businesses, property developers, investors, and energy-sector clients. The organization offers a collaborative and professionally rewarding environment where attorneys have meaningful client exposure, opportunities to handle complex transactions, and a clear path for long-term professional growth.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active admission and good standing with the State Bar of Texas.
• Minimum of 2 years of professional transactional legal experience.
• Experience in real estate law, business/corporate law, energy law, or a closely related practice area.
• Strong contract drafting, review, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent legal research and analytical abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple matters and competing deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and sound professional judgment.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, client-focused legal environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience handling sophisticated commercial real estate transactions.
• Experience with oil, gas, energy, or mineral-related transactions.
• Experience with mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and corporate restructuring.
• Experience with title, zoning, environmental, or other real estate due diligence.
• Texas Board of Legal Specialization certification, or active progress toward certification, in an applicable area such as: Commercial Real Estate Law, Residential Real Estate Law, Farm and Ranch Real Estate Law, Construction Law, Property Owners Association Law, Oil, Gas and Mineral Law
• Existing portable book of business is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage transactional matters involving business, real estate, energy, and commercial law.
• Draft, review, structure, and negotiate sophisticated legal agreements and transaction documents.
• Handle purchase and sale agreements, asset purchase agreements, joint venture agreements, deeds, leases, and other commercial contracts.
• Conduct comprehensive legal due diligence for corporate acquisitions, mergers, real estate transactions, and related matters.
• Review property titles, zoning requirements, environmental considerations, and other real estate-related issues.
• Advise clients regarding corporate governance, entity formation, contract compliance, and transaction structure.
• Identify potential legal and commercial risks and develop practical strategies for risk mitigation.
• Manage transactions efficiently from initial planning through execution and closing.
• Conduct legal research and provide clear, practical advice concerning applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, business stakeholders, and other transaction professionals.
• Coordinate with associates, paralegals, and other members of the legal team.
• Maintain accurate transaction documentation and ensure deadlines and closing requirements are met.
• Support clients in resolving contractual, regulatory, and other commercial issues arising from transactions.

Benefits

• Base salary of $115,000–$155,000 annually, depending on qualifications, experience, and overall fit.
• Additional benefits and compensation details will be discussed during the interview process.
• Opportunity to work on sophisticated corporate, real estate, energy, and commercial transactions.
• Meaningful client exposure and responsibility for complex matters.
• Long-term professional development and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree