Alcohol & Hospitality Associate
Nashville, TN
Full Time
Legal
Entry Level
Our client, a top-tier national law firm, is seeking a Junior Associate with 0–2 years of experience to join its Alcohol & Hospitality team in Nashville, TN. This position is ideal for a recent law school graduate completing a clerkship. The successful candidate will possess strong writing, organizational, and communication skills. Admission to the Tennessee Bar or the ability to waive in is required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide legal counsel to clients in the alcohol and hospitality sectors.
- Draft and review contracts, licensing agreements, and compliance documents.
- Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on relevant laws and regulations.
- Collaborate with senior attorneys on complex cases and transactions.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry-specific legal developments.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- 0–2 years of legal experience, preferably in alcohol and hospitality law.
- Strong analytical, writing, and communication skills.
- Licensed to practice law in Tennessee or eligible for admission by waiver.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Salary: Competitive base salary ranging from $145,000 to $165,000 annually.
- Bonuses: Automatic bonus upon reaching 1,950 billable hours, plus merit-based bonuses.
- Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Retirement Plans: 401(k) with employer matching contributions.
- Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policy, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
- Professional Development: Support for continuing legal education (CLE) and bar association memberships.
- Additional Benefits: Life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, and employee assistance programs.
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