Part-Time Government Contracts Attorney

Per Scholas; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical coverage

Parental leave

Paid time off (40+ days)

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Per Scholas is seeking a Part-Time Commercial Transactions Attorney to handle government contracts and related commercial agreements on a 20-hour weekly schedule. This role reports to the SVP, Legal & Compliance and offers a competitive hourly rate in a mission-driven environment.

The ideal candidate will have a JD, active bar status, 5+ years in government contracts and commercial work, and a track record of drafting, negotiating, and advising on complex regulatory matters.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in any U.S. jurisdiction.
• 5+ years of government contracts and commercial transactions experience.
• In-house counsel or nonprofit/government sector experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate complex government and commercial contracts.
• Advise stakeholders on regulatory risk and flow-down clauses.
• Develop and improve contract templates and procedures.
• Collaborate with Program, IT, and Fiscal teams to ensure compliance.
• Manage multiple priorities under deadlines.
• Support SVP and handle risk management.

Skills

Contract drafting

Government contracts

Negotiation

Legal writing

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Active US bar

Job description

Per Scholas is seeking a Part-Time Commercial Transactions Attorney to handle government contracts and related commercial agreements on a 20-hour weekly schedule. This role reports to the SVP, Legal & Compliance and offers a competitive hourly rate in a mission-driven environment.

The ideal candidate will have a JD, active bar status, 5+ years in government contracts and commercial work, and a track record of drafting, negotiating, and advising on complex regulatory matters.