Contract Attorney

LHH US; North Carolina; Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

401K plan

EAP program

Commuter benefits

Job summary

LHH US is seeking a Contract Attorney for a busy legal department in a remote/hybrid setting based on client needs. This temporary contract assignment requires a JD, active bar license, and proven experience reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.

You will support stakeholders, manage contract risks, and assist with lifecycle management while handling a high volume of documentation and deadlines.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school with active bar licensure.
• Proven experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Ability to manage multiple matters with attention to detail and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, revise, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements.
• Provide legal guidance to business stakeholders on contractual obligations and risk.
• Assist with contract lifecycle management and compliance initiatives.
• Review high volumes of invoices and related documentation.
• Identify legal risks and propose practical solutions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely contract execution.

Skills

Contract review

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Attention to detail

Independent work

Deadline management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active bar license

Job description

Job Description

Contract Attorney

Location: Remote/Hybrid (based on client needs)

Job Type: Temporary Contract Assignment

LHH is partnering with a client seeking a Contract Attorney to support a busy legal department. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced attorney who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage a high volume of work while providing practical business-oriented legal guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, revise, and negotiate a variety of commercial agreements, including vendor, customer, confidentiality, and service agreements.
• Provide legal support to business stakeholders regarding contractual obligations and risk management.
• Assist with contract lifecycle management and compliance initiatives.
• Review and support matters involving a high volume of invoices and related contractual documentation.
• Identify potential legal risks and recommend practical solutions.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely execution of contracts and related processes.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active bar license in good standing.
• Experience reviewing and negotiating commercial contracts.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet tight deadlines.

Why Apply?

• Opportunity to support a reputable organization on a temporary basis.
• Fast-paced and engaging legal environment.
• Competitive compensation based on experience.

Benefits

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Additional voluntary benefits
• EAP program
• Commuter benefits
• 401K plan

Pay Details: $23.00 to $26.00 per hour

LHH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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