Franchise and Distribution Associate, Mid-Level

Job overview

The Mid-Level Franchise and Distribution Associate role is listed in Aspen, CO, with additional locations in Denver, CO; Chicago, IL; Dallas, TX; Miami, FL; Washington, DC; Minneapolis, MN; Phoenix, AZ; and New Jersey. Compensation is $215,000–$365,000 per year, depending on location and experience, plus discretionary bonus. Direct Counsel represents a leading AmLaw 100 firm’s nationally recognized Franchise and Distribution Practice. The associate advises clients on franchise, licensing, and distribution matters and supports related transactions and expansion strategies. The role contributes to client work across commercial agreements, regulatory compliance, and corporate transactions.

What you'll do

• Advise clients on franchise, licensing, and distribution matters
• support franchise program development, regulatory compliance, and commercial agreements
• assist with domestic and international expansion strategies
• handle franchise-related M&A and other corporate transactions
• work directly with clients.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

franchise and distribution associate

mid-level

franchise law

licensing

commercial agreements

m&a

aspen co

denver co

chicago il

dallas tx

miami fl

washington dc

minneapolis mn

phoenix az

$215k–$365k per year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive benefits and discretionary bonus.

Why this role

The posting seeks 3–5 years of experience; franchise experience is preferred but not required.

About the employer

Direct Counsel is hiring for this role. Industry: Legal Counsel and Prosecution. Sector: 92.