Transactional Attorney

Pay: $85,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Build a sophisticated transactional practice with real client contact and ownership from day one
• Flexible work setup with remote, hybrid, or in-office options to fit your lifestyle
• Partnership-track potential for attorneys who want long-term growth and leadership
• Diverse, interesting matters across estate planning, business, real estate, and contracts
• Supportive, collaborative environment that values quality work over billable pressure
• Opportunity to help shape and grow a respected practice across South Dakota

Location

Rapid City, South Dakota, with flexible in-office, hybrid, or fully remote options for the right attorney licensed in South Dakota.

Note

This role requires active South Dakota Bar licensure and at least 2 years of directly relevant transactional law experience.

About Us

We are a well-established, full-service law practice serving clients across South Dakota with a strong reputation for professionalism, responsiveness, and practical legal solutions. Our attorneys work closely with clients on meaningful matters and enjoy a collegial, team-oriented culture that values both excellence and balance. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Handle a broad range of transactional matters including estate planning, probate, trusts, business formation, and real estate transactions
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and governing documents
• Advise individuals and businesses on legal strategy and risk management
• Manage matters independently while collaborating with attorneys and support staff
• Build trusted client relationships and contribute to firm growth
• Participate in shaping practice direction and long-term opportunities within the firm

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in South Dakota
• 2+ years of transactional law experience
• Strong drafting, writing, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters efficiently
• Client-focused mindset with sound judgment

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will join a team that trusts its attorneys, values initiative, and supports professional growth. You will have flexibility in how and where you work, meaningful responsibility without micromanagement, and a clear path for advancement for those interested in long-term leadership or partnership.

JPC-1421

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have: Active South Dakota Bar license. 2+ years of transactional law experience

• Required Years as Associate: 2-5
• Additional context: Relocation:YES. Packages: YES.
• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role):
• 2–4 years: $85k–$110k
• 5–7 years: $110k–$135k
• 8+ years: $135k–$150k+

Submission Email: Marli - [email protected]

Quick Recruiter Reference

• Established South Dakota-based law firm
• Transactional attorney handling estate planning, business, and real estate matters
• Flexible remote or hybrid role; partnership-track potential

Recruiters Submission:

• To submit, cancel – Transactional Attorney – Nooney & Solay, LLC – JPC 1421 – source

New Job Order Alert

• Client job title: Transactional Attorney
• Location: Rapid City, SD
• On-site, hybrid, remote: Remote 
• Experience: 2+
• Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Transactional Attorney, Business Attorney, Estate Planning Attorney, Trusts and Estates Attorney, Real Estate Attorney
• # of hires needed: 1