UFG, Inc.

Staff Attorney

This position would report to the Senior In House Counsel. The ideal candidate must reside in West Palm Beach, FL, or within a quick driving distance. The ideal candidate would have at least 3-5 years' experience in commercial and business law, emphasis in transactional work. Franchise law or intellectual property law experience preferred and experience in international legal matters is a plus. 

The Staff Attorney is responsible for assisting all members of the Legal Department achieving strategic goals, managing risk, and providing legal direction and guidance for United Franchise Group (UFG), a family of affiliated brands consisting of multiple international franchisors.  The position is based in West Palm Beach, Florida and is an excellent opportunity for a business-minded attorney with strong law firm training to go in-house, and a great opportunity to have a meaningful impact in support of our current transformational growth. The successful candidate will drive excellent internal client service, producing high-quality work, and protecting the organization with sound risk management. The position reports to the Senior In-House Counsel and the Director of Legal Services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

·         Structure, draft, review and negotiate a variety of legal documents and forms, including franchise disclosure documents (domestic and international), franchise agreements (and amendments), third-party vendor agreements, master services agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and letters of intent.

·         Support sales team by reviewing and participating in drafting and reviewing all legal documents ancillary to the franchise sales process.

·         Training internal and field sales personnel on FTC rules and guidelines.

·         Remain up to date on state and federal laws, rules and regulations regarding franchise law.

·         Conduct legal research on behalf of UFG, including its senior management and employees, on a variety of issues for both the U.S. and international franchisor businesses.

·         Support Senior In-House Counsel with litigation, subpoena process, and filing claims in bankruptcy proceedings.

·         Assist in matters of corporate governance and M&A transactions as needed.

·         Acts as a role model in demonstrating the core values in delivery of legal services.

·         Provides timely and thorough follow up with internal and external clients.

·         Appropriately and timely escalates difficult issues up the chain of command.

·         Develops new, or improves current, internal processes to improve quality.

Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school

Admitted to the Bar in the state of Florida

3-5 years of experience in commercial and business law, emphasis in transactional work

Franchise law or intellectual property law experience preferred

Experience in international legal matters a plus

Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus. 

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.