Commercial Counsel

Role Overview

• Draft, negotiate, review, and redline a wide variety of commercial agreements, including Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), Business Associate Agreements (BAAs), Data Processing Agreements (DPAs), Engagement Letters, Master Services Agreements (MSAs), Vendor Agreements, and other related commercial contracts.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for internal business teams seeking legal guidance on contract terms, risk allocation, and commercial deal structure.
• Develop and maintain template libraries, playbooks, and clause banks to drive efficiency and consistency across the contracting process.
• Support internal governance functions, including entity formation, maintenance, and organizational documentation.
• Assist with corporate recordkeeping, board and management resolutions, and entity compliance across multiple jurisdictions.
• Assist with the identification, analysis, and resolution of client service disputes, claims, and related matters.
• Partner with firm leadership and engagement teams to develop practical, business-minded solutions that protect the firm while preserving client relationships.
• Support the firm's legal tech stack, including contract lifecycle management (CLM) tools, matter management platforms, and other legal operations technology.
• Contribute to initiatives aimed at leveraging technology to streamline legal workflows and enhance the team's efficiency and impact.
• Participate in the firm's Know Your Client (KYC) and Know Your Supplier (KYS) compliance programs, including due diligence reviews and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with compliance and business intake teams to ensure adherence to firm policies and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate insurance-related requests, including certificate of insurance inquiries, policy reviews, and coverage questions.
• Liaise with brokers and internal stakeholders to support the firm's insurance programs and respond to related legal matters.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction and in good standing.
• Zero to two years of legal experience, which may include law firm, in-house, clerkship, or fellowship experience.
• Exposure to commercial contracts, transactional work, or corporate governance through prior employment, internships, or law school clinics.
• Demonstrated interest in legal technology, legal operations, or process improvement.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable business guidance.
• A collaborative mindset, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine enthusiasm for working across functions and disciplines.
• Comfort operating in a fast-paced, evolving environment where initiative and adaptability are valued.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance on the first day of employment
• Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account
• 401k with Profit Sharing
• 9+ holidays and discretionary time off structure
• Parental Leave – coverage for both primary and secondary caregivers
• Tuition Assistance Program and CPA support program with cash incentive upon completion
• Discretionary incentive compensation based on firm, group and individual performance
• Incentive compensation related to origination of new client sales
• Top rated wellness program
• Flexible working environment including remote and hybrid options