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Attorney / Lawyer (Corporate, Contracts & Compliance) Location: Remote (U.S. Licensed Attorneys Preferred) Job Type: Full-Time Working Hours: U.S. Client Business Hours About the Role We’re hiring a highly analytical and business-minded Attorney to provide legal guidance, contract support, compliance oversight, and risk management across a variety of legal and operational matters. This role combines contract drafting, legal research, compliance management, corporate governance, and business advisory support. You’ll work closely with leadership, operations teams, clients, and outside counsel to help the organization operate compliantly while minimizing legal risk and supporting business growth. We’re looking for a practical, responsive, and commercially minded legal professional who can balance legal protection with real-world business objectives in a fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities Contract Drafting, Review & Negotiation Draft, review, revise, and negotiate: NDAs MSAs Employment agreements Vendor agreements Service contracts Commercial contracts Leases and related legal documents Identify legal risks and recommend practical solutions. Support leadership during negotiations and contract discussions. Maintain organized contract repositories and version control processes. Legal Research & Advisory Conduct legal research using tools such as: Westlaw LexisNexis Practical Law Interpret laws, regulations, and case law. Provide practical legal guidance to leadership and stakeholders. Assess legal and operational risks and recommend compliant business solutions. Support decision-making with timely legal advice. Corporate Governance & Compliance Prepare and maintain: Corporate resolutions Operating agreements Governance documents Corporate filings Monitor compliance with applicable laws and regulations, including: Employment law GDPR HIPAA FTC regulations SOX requirements Industry-specific compliance standards Maintain audit-ready legal documentation and compliance records. Assist with policy development and compliance initiatives. Litigation & Dispute Management Draft legal correspondence, pleadings, motions, and discovery responses when required. Coordinate with outside counsel on litigation matters. Track legal deadlines, filings, and case management activities. Support dispute resolution and risk mitigation efforts. Legal Operations & Documentation Maintain organized legal files, contract databases, and document management systems. Improve legal workflows and contract management processes. Ensure legal records remain secure, searchable, and audit-ready. Support legal process standardization and operational efficiency initiatives. Requirements Must-Have Qualifications Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree. Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. 3+ years of legal practice experience in a law firm or in-house environment. Experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial contracts. Experience providing legal and compliance advisory support. Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal English communication skills. Ability to manage multiple legal matters simultaneously. Preferred Qualifications In-house counsel experience. Multi-jurisdictional or international legal exposure. Experience in: Corporate law Employment law SaaS and technology Compliance Real estate Commercial transactions Familiarity with legal management platforms such as: Clio MyCase PracticePanther Experience supporting high-growth companies or operational teams. Tools & Technology Westlaw LexisNexis Clio MyCase PracticePanther Microsoft Office Google Workspace Contract Management Systems Document Management Platforms What Makes You a Great Fit? Strong legal drafting and contract negotiation skills.