Associate Attorney

Associate Attorney – Maine Satellite Office

The Jacobs Law, LLC

Position Type: Full-Time

Location: Penobscot County, Maine (Candidate must reside in or near Penobscot County)

License Required: Active Maine Bar License

About the Role:

The Jacobs Law, LLC is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney licensed in Maine to support the establishment and growth of a small satellite office. The selected candidate will work closely with and be mentored by experienced attorneys, but must also be comfortable working independently, managing multiple matters simultaneously, and operating efficiently in a dynamic environment.

This role will involve representing clients in Penobscot County state courts and potentially federal courts, drafting legal documents, advising businesses on transactions, contracts, licensing, permitting, and performing work comparable to in-house counsel for small and mid-sized companies. The candidate must reside in or near Penobscot County to accommodate in-person requirements of the role.

About The Jacobs Law, LLC:

The Jacobs Law, LLC is a Boston-based business and litigation law firm dedicated to delivering high-quality, practical legal services to businesses, entrepreneurs, in-house legal departments, and individuals. Our practice areas include:

• Business entity formation, registration, and governance

• Start-up financing

• Contract drafting and review

• Licensing, permitting, and regulatory compliance

• Marketing and advertising legal review

• Business litigation and dispute resolution

• Intellectual property matters, including trademarks and copyrights

Our clients range from emerging entrepreneurs to established companies seeking assistance with:

• Business disputes, demand letters, and litigation

• Buying, selling, or expanding businesses

• Intellectual property registration and enforcement

• Contract negotiations with vendors, suppliers, distributors, franchisees, and consumers

• Entering new markets and navigating compliance requirements

We represent clients from the early stages of a dispute through negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and litigation.

Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in state and federal courts and before government agencies

• Prepare, draft, and review legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, motions, and discovery

• Advise clients on business transactions, licensing, permitting, and corporate governance

• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda

• Draft and respond to discovery requests

• Conduct and defend depositions

• Negotiate settlements and participate in dispute resolution processes

• Maintain compliance with all local, state, and federal legal standards

• Maintain active licensure and continuing legal education requirements

• Engage in client development and relationship-building activities

• Perform administrative and management duties related to legal practice

Qualifications:

• Active Maine Bar License (required)

• Must reside in or near Penobscot County

• New attorneys are encouraged to apply

• Strong writing skills, issue-spotting ability, and interpersonal communication are highly valued

• Familiarity with commercial contracts, business entities, and corporate/LLC governance

• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to present oral arguments clearly, confidently, and professionally

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously and work independently

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $70,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Ability to Commute:

• Portland, ME 04101 (Preferred)

Work Location: In person