Job Description

NOTE: This position will be on-site at our corporate office in Bloomington, MN.

Who we are: Fourteen Foods is the largest Dairy Queen franchisee in the world, with over 250 restaurants in 14 states, and we’re growing! We are faith-based with a mission of, “Shepherding world-class restaurants that celebrate our commitment to faith, people and community.” Our Support Center headquarters is in Franklin, Tennessee, where we work together on-site. We also have offices in Louisville, KY., and Bloomington, MN. Please visit to learn more about us.

What you'll do: The Associate General Counsel provides general business-related and commercial real estate legal counsel and services to Fourteen Foods and its affiliated companies (the “Companies”) in support of their QSR, commercial real estate and other businesses. This position will report to the General Counsel and partner closely with all divisions of the Companies.

How you'll do it:

• Assist the real estate team with the execution of real estate transactions.
• Negotiate and draft commercial real estate purchase/sale agreements and related documents.
• Support real estate due diligence and closings.
• Title and survey examination and clearance.
• Draft, negotiate and manage general business contracts with vendors and consultants.
• Advise and support the divisions of the Companies with general legal support.
• Assist with liability insurance claims settlement.
• Examine and interpret documents, actions, statutes, decisions, and ordinances affecting, or potentially affecting, the Companies, and advise leadership and personnel on legal issues impacting their areas of responsibility, as needed or requested.
• Assist in resolving disputes and conflicts.
• Establish a reputation of being approachable, competent, professional, and responsive.
• Assume responsibility for special projects as assigned.

Experience requirements and what you need to be great at:

• Minimum of 2 years of licensed legal experience with commercial real estate transactions and general corporate matters.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, and ability to establish positive and effective business relationships both within and outside the Companies and articulate complex issues and ideas in simple, easy to understand concepts.
• High level of skill in analyzing, negotiating, and drafting legal documents.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage and prioritize multiple projects with attention to detail, meet concurrent deadlines and initiatives with efficiency and strong follow-through and accountability.
• Ability to practically and creatively solve legal issues with confidence.
• Litigation experience helpful.
• Strong critical thinking skills.
• Experience with a closely held and entrepreneurial business not required, but a plus.
• Franchise experience not required, but a plus.
• JD degree and excellent academic credentials.
• Admitted to practice law in the state of Minnesota and maintain annual registration and continuing legal education.
• Positive energy, enthusiasm, flexibility, confidence, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Solid team player with strong interpersonal skills and a strong, reliable work ethic.

Our Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support your overall well-being, including health coverage (medical, dental, and vision), flexible spending accounts, a variety of voluntary insurance options, identity theft protection, tuition reimbursement, an employee referral program, and bereavement leave.

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