About Us
Founded in 1937, Conlin, McKenney & Philbrick, P.C., is a full-service law firm based in Ann Arbor, Michigan. With more than 25 attorneys, we provide depth and breadth across practice areas while maintaining the personal service of a mid-sized firm. We represent individuals, closely held and mid-market businesses, developers, retailers, insurers, banks, and governmental entities. Our attorneys handle a wide range of personal, business, and litigation matters, combining practical experience with a strong reputation throughout Michigan and the Midwest.
About the Opportunity
The firm is seeking an attorney with corporate transactional experience to join our business law practice, with a focus on mergers and acquisitions, entity formation and governance, business succession planning, contract negotiation, and ongoing general legal support to our clients.
This role offers meaningful client contact, varied work, and a flexible billable hour expectation.
Key responsibilities include:
- Form and organize LLCs, corporations, and other business entities, including drafting operating agreements, shareholder agreements, and governance policies.
- Advise owners, executives, and boards on ongoing governance, compliance, and business operations.
- Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of commercial contracts, including service agreements, vendor and supply agreements, employment and contractor arrangements, and other operational contracts.
- Represent buyers and sellers in small- to middle-market M&A transactions, including asset and equity deals.
- Structure, draft, and negotiate purchase agreements and ancillary transaction documents.
- Coordinate and perform due diligence, identify legal risks, and develop practical, strategic solutions.
- Assist closely held and family-owned businesses with leadership transition planning, ownership transfers, and buy-sell agreement strategies.
- Provide practical, business-focused guidance to help clients achieve commercial goals and manage risk.
Qualifications
- 2–6 years of relevant corporate transactional experience, preferably in a law firm or in-house setting.
- Strong drafting, negotiation, and project management skills.
- Experience communicating directly with clients.
- Admission to the Michigan Bar (or ability to waive in).
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a supportive team environment.
