Senior Counsel – Business Attorney
goosmannlaw
| Company | goosmannlaw |
| Category | Legal & Compliance |
| Location | Omaha |
| Remote | On-site (inferred) |
| Employment | Not stated |
| Level | Senior |
| Salary | Not stated by the employer |
| First seen | 14 Jul 2026 (the employer did not state a posting date) |
| Last verified | 9 Aug 2026 |
| Source | Employer ATS (bamboohr) |
Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Counsel – Business Attorney to join our growing corporate and transactional practice in Omaha, NE. This is a full-time, in-person position and is ideal for an attorney with a strong private-practice background who enjoys advising closely held and middle-market businesses.
Key Responsibilities
• Advise business owners on succession planning and ownership transitions
• Manage entity formation, restructuring, and governance matters
• Lead and support mergers and acquisitions
• Serve as a trusted business advisor to clients
• Mentor junior attorneys and collaborate across practice areas
• Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school; active bar admission
• Minimum of 6 years of private practice experience
• Demonstrated experience working with closely held businesses, including succession planning, governance, and M&A
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Must be currently licensed in Nebraska or eligible to become licensed; Other state licenses (especially in states within our footprint) while not required, will be considered.
Why Join Us
• Sophisticated business law practice
• Collaborative culture and long-term growth opportunities
• Competitive compensation and benefits package, including a signing bonus for qualified candidates
• Modern, collaborative office spaces with updated technology and comfortable work areas
• West Omaha location that makes it easier to stay connected to family, school, and community commitments