Franchise and Distribution Associate, Mid-Level

Job overview

The Franchise and Distribution Associate, Mid-Level role is listed in Florham Park, NJ; the posting also identifies Aspen, Denver, Chicago, Dallas, Miami, Washington, D.C., Minneapolis, and Phoenix as possible locations. The role is onsite based on the listing location. Compensation is $215,000–$365,000 per year, depending on location and experience, plus a discretionary bonus. Direct Counsel represents a leading AmLaw 100 firm with a nationally recognized Franchise & Distribution Practice. The associate advises clients on franchise, licensing, and distribution matters and supports related transactions and expansion strategies. The role contributes to client matters involving regulatory compliance, commercial agreements, franchise program development, 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 on sophisticated matters.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

franchise associate

distribution

licensing

m&a

corporate transactions

amlaw 100

mid-level associate

3–5 years experience

florham park nj

direct counsel

$215k–$365k/year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits.

Why this role

The posting seeks a mid-level associate with 3–5 years of experience; franchise experience is preferred but not required.

About the employer

Direct Counsel is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.