Leasing/Contracts Attorney

Specializing in non-standard automobile insurance, we manage personal lines insurance for our customers at a superior value. Our commitment to customer service is unwavering as we strive to attain the highest levels in the insurance industry.  We will continue to listen to our customers, assess their unique needs and exceed their expectations as we deliver dependable service across the board. You can also count on the solid financial strength of Affirmative as an insurance carrier in order to give greater confidence in the coverage our customers have chosen.

 

More that 1,100 highly motivated, empowered, and creative employees across 9 states drive Affirmative Insurance Holdings.  This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic company that is experiencing tremendous growth.  Be a part of a friendly, team-oriented organization that offers an attractive compensation package including competitive salaries, paid time off, matching 401(K), medical, and dental benefits, and more!

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

§ Provides sound and effective legal counsel to General Counsel and the management team.

§ Performs legal work on transactional matters concerning the review, negotiation, drafting, interpretation of, and compliance with:

§ Contracts / Agreements including vendor agreements, licenses, equipment leases, and other contracts; modifications and amendments for legal content, consistency, and form prior to execution, and projects relating to vendor relationships; and

§ Property including retail and commercial real estate leases, other commercial real estate transactional documents, licenses / permits, maintenance contracts, brokerage agreements, consents, modifications and amendments for legal content, policy, and form prior to execution, and projects relating to property management and disposition.

§ Demonstrates a willingness to take on large quantities of legal work while exercising good judgment and tact in prioritizing requests for counsel.

§ Assumes personal responsibility and timeliness of work.

§ Consistently demonstrates strong communication skills: both oral and written.

§ Analyzes complex legal problems and develops creative and practical solutions.

§ Demonstrates maturity, initiative, leadership, compatibility and tact with other associates and management.

§ Performs other duties and completes special projects as assigned by General Counsel.

 

SKILLS

§ Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

§ Ability to work independently and make sound decisions and adjustments upon notice.

§ Effective time management (understands priorities and uses time wisely), multi-tasking, and problem-solving skills.

§ Professional, calm, pleasant, and friendly demeanor, even under time pressure(s).

§ Excellent computer skills using Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Windows, and Internet.

 

EDUCATION/LICENSE

§ J.D.

§ Prefer undergraduate degree in finance, business, or accounting.

§ Valid bar license (Texas preferred).

 

EXPERIENCE

§ 5 to 7 years’ relevant legal experience, preferably private practice.

 

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