Commercial Contracts Attorney (Public Sector)

Consilio LLC; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 171,924,000 - 189,117,000; Full time

Job summary

Consilio LLC seeks a Contracts Attorney for the City of Atlanta to draft, review, negotiate, and advise on commercial, construction, and technology contracts. Hybrid work available in Atlanta, GA with strong conversion prospects to a full-time City of Atlanta role.

Requires active Georgia license and 4–6 years of relevant experience in contracts or procurement, including government-related work. This role emphasizes precision, risk assessment, and practical legal advice for public procurement

Qualifications

• Active Georgia law license in good standing.
• 4–6 years of relevant legal experience in contracts, procurement, or related areas.
• Experience with construction contracts, government procurement, commercial agreements, and/or technology contracts.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and legal advisory skills.
• Interest in public service and long-term municipal government career.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a variety of commercial, construction, professional services, and technology agreements.
• Support municipal procurement processes, including solicitations, bid protests, and contract disputes.
• Review intergovernmental agreements, grant agreements, and related legislation.
• Identify contractual risks and advise internal departments and stakeholders.
• Help develop and improve contracting procedures and best practices.

Skills

Georgia license

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Legal advisory

Public procurement knowledge

Job description

$60/Hour | Hybrid | Maximum 40 Hours/Week | Strong Potential for Permanent Conversion

Ready to take your legal career in a new direction? Interested in transitioning into public service?

Lawyers On Demand (LOD), a Consilio company, is seeking an experienced Contracts Attorney for an exciting opportunity with the City of Atlanta's Department of Law.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with a background in commercial contracting, procurement, construction, or government contracts who is interested in transitioning into a long-term career in municipal government and public service.

Even better? There is a strong likelihood of conversion to a permanent position! The City has a history of transitioning LOD contract attorneys into permanent roles, making this an attractive opportunity for someone looking to establish a career in the public sector.

• Compensation: $60/hour
• Schedule: Full-time, maximum of 40 hours per week
• Location: Atlanta, GA - Hybrid (4 days onsite, 1 day remote)
• Duration: Initial 6-12 month contract
• Permanent Opportunity: High potential for conversion to a full-time City of Atlanta position

What You'll Do

• Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on a variety of commercial, construction, professional services, and technology agreements.
• Support municipal procurement processes, including solicitations, bid protests, and contract disputes.
• Review intergovernmental agreements, grant agreements, and related legislation.
• Identify contractual risks and advise internal departments and stakeholders.
• Help develop and improve contracting procedures and best practices.

What We're Looking For

• Active Georgia law license in good standing (required).
• 4-6 years of relevant legal experience in contracts, procurement, or related areas.
• Experience with construction contracts, government procurement, commercial agreements, and/or technology contracts.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and legal advisory skills.
• An interest in public service and the opportunity to build a long-term career in municipal government.

Why LOD Consilio?

At Lawyers On Demand (LOD), a Consilio company, we believe talented attorneys should have the freedom to pursue meaningful work while building careers that fit their professional and personal goals.

Whether you're looking to explore a new practice environment, transition away from traditional law firm life, or take the next step toward a permanent career in public service, LOD offers opportunities to make that move.

Because an LOD attorney has a life like no other.

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