1. Buffalo Wild Wings Job Posting Template
Join a team that is all about sports, great food, family and friends. We are a Minneapolis-based,
growing restaurant chain with a fast paced, high energy environment with amazing growth. To
see for yourself, contact the recruiter with the instructions below.
Job Purpose: The Senior Attorney will advise, counsel and represent BWW in all aspects of
Franchise law and practice; build strong relationships and business partnerships; serve as point-
of-contact for franchise and marketing department transactions.
Responsibilities Include:
Assist the General Counsel and Associate General Counsel, primarily in the areas of
franchise law, contract and commercial law, trademark and advertising law, licensing
law, and general civil litigation.
Keep current on franchise matters, current trends and franchise litigation.
Review and negotiate contracts, vendor supply agreements, and material contracts.
Maintain current file of active contracts.
Coordinate all franchise and compliance work, including:
o Preparation of franchise documents and filings with state licensing agencies
o Preparation of franchise agreements and development agreements
o Preparation of default and termination letters
o Work closely with Franchise Operations and Relations, COO and CFO in handling
franchise legal issues.
Advise and support franchise advisory councils.
Advise Franchise Sales & Development teams.
Assist the Marketing Department with contract or promotion review and compliance
with a focus on trademark law, intellectual property.
Review and advise on sweepstakes and contests.
Assist with formation of regional marketing Cooperatives and ongoing initiatives.
Educate and counsel company executives and employees on legal risks. Provide
consultation to determine if legal support is needed.
Assist the General Counsel and Associate General Counsel in managing overall legal risks
for the company.
Manages at least 1 direct report (Franchise Paralegal) providing guidance around
assignments, prioritization, coaching on best practices, training, and review of work as
needed. Ensures the successful completion of the franchise process.
Travel: 10 %

2. Buffalo Wild Wings Job Posting Template
Education/Training/Experience:
Licensed and practicing attorney, in good standing, with at least 5 to 7 years of professional
experience, as well as sufficient experience in practice areas pertinent to the company,
including:
Solid Franchise experience is required
Experience counseling the business on legal matters
Foundational knowledge or stronger in trademark law and intellectual property.
Contract renewal and analysis
Critical Dimensions:
Proven ability to relate and to explain legal concepts to the business
Must possess clear written and verbal communications
Strong listening skills
Responsive
Thinks quickly on feet, making sound decisions
Skilled at Negotiation
Proven track record of successfully managing multiple priorities in a fast paced work
environment
Must be able to immediately handle a significant workload and effectively prioritize
projects with a high degree of autonomy.
Organize and write procedures in a logical/methodical manner
Good time management skills and excellent attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidential information
Maintain satisfactory attendance
Adhere to company policies, programs, and work rules
Perform work in a timely and workmanship like manner
Highly motivated, self-directed, and results driven
Strong organizational skills
Able to take direction and follow through multi-step project steps/procedures
consistently
Buffalo Wild Wings, Inc is a NASDAQ-traded (BWLD) restaurant company and an equal
opportunity employer. www.buffalowildwings.com
Apply online at http://www.buffalowildwings.com/jobs
Contact the Recruiter at: jzielke@buffalowildwings.com