Contract Business Attorney
This is a remote position.
About Business Financial Group (BFG)
Business Financial Group (BFG) is a technology-driven accounting, tax, and advisory firm serving growing businesses throughout the United States.
We help business owners build AI-enabled financial systems by integrating accounting, payroll, financial reporting, tax planning, and advisory services into one coordinated financial operating system.
As part of our continued growth, we are expanding our legal advisory capabilities by partnering with experienced business attorneys who can provide legal guidance to our clients while working collaboratively with our accounting, tax, and advisory teams.
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Business Attorney to provide legal services to BFG clients on a contract basis.
This role will primarily support business owners with entity formation, corporate governance, operating agreements, shareholder and partnership agreements, and other business legal documentation.
The attorney will also collaborate with BFG's CPA Advisors, Client Finance Managers, and Tax Planning team to ensure clients receive coordinated legal and financial guidance.
Primary Responsibilities
Business Formation
Advise clients on selecting the appropriate legal entity, including:
Limited Liability Companies (LLCs)
S Corporations
C Corporations
Partnerships
Professional Entities
Assist with:
Entity formation
State registrations
EIN application guidance
Organizational documents
Corporate Governance
Prepare and review:
Operating Agreements
Corporate Bylaws
Initial Organizational Resolutions
Annual Meeting Minutes
Corporate Resolutions
Partnership & Ownership Agreements
Draft and review:
Partnership Agreements
Buy-Sell Agreements
Shareholder Agreements
Membership Interest Purchase Agreements
Ownership Transfer Agreements
Business Legal Advisory
Provide legal guidance regarding:
Business ownership structure
Partner disputes
Ownership transitions
Corporate compliance
Governance best practices
Client Consultations
Conduct virtual consultations with BFG clients regarding:
Business formation
Corporate restructuring
Ownership changes
Business expansion
Legal risk considerations
Collaboration with BFG Team
Work closely with:
CPA Advisors
Client Finance Managers (CFMs)
Tax Planning Team
Accounting Managers
Sales Team
Provide coordinated legal recommendations that complement BFG's accounting and tax strategies.
Preferred Experience
Business entity formation
Corporate law
Small business legal advisory
Operating agreements
Buy-Sell Agreements
Shareholder Agreements
Partnership Agreements
Business succession planning
Experience supporting:
Professional service firms
Medical practices
Contractors
Home care agencies
Technology companies
Growing small and mid-sized businesses is highly desirable.
Qualifications
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Active U.S. Bar License
Minimum 5 years of business law experience
Strong knowledge of business entity structures
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Comfortable working remotely
Experience conducting Zoom consultations
Preferred Skills
Strong client advisory skills
Practical business mindset
Ability to explain legal concepts in plain English
Collaborative approach with accountants and tax advisors
Technology-friendly
Experience using cloud-based legal tools