Commercial Contracts Attorney

Job Overview:
A well-established law firm is seeking an experienced Commercial Contracts Attorney to join its Business Group. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years of experience in drafting, negotiating, and reviewing commercial contracts. This attorney will work with small and large business clients across various sectors and collaborate with a talented team of attorneys. A portable book of business is required for this position.

Location:

• Portland, OR

Duties:

• Draft, negotiate, and review various types of commercial contracts, particularly in the consumer goods and consumer products industries.
• Provide expert legal counsel on Manufacturing Agreements, Distribution Agreements, Sales Broker Agreements, Raw Material Supply Agreements, Packaging Supply Agreements, Equipment Leases, Equipment Purchase Agreements, and Product Purchase and Sale/Supply Agreements.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring excellent client service.
• Collaborate with attorneys across the firm’s offices to deliver comprehensive legal solutions.
• Work independently and manage multiple client projects concurrently.
• Participate in pro bono and public service matters.

Requirements:

• 7+ years of experience in commercial contracts, including contract law and risk management.
• A portable book of business is required.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law.
• Strong academic credentials and excellent analytical and writing skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Exceptional client-service skills and effective communication.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Must be licensed to practice law.

Skills:

• Expertise in drafting, negotiating, and reviewing commercial contracts.
• Knowledge of contract law, risk management, and related legal frameworks.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Client-focused approach with outstanding communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a diverse team.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Commuter allowance.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Parental leave.
• Billable credit hours for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and Pro Bono work.
• Annual bonus and more.

This vigorous, fast-growing Pacific Northwest mid-size firm is making tremendous strides in high-level corporate, litigation, finance and governmental practice for leading national and international clients. Creative thinking and problem solving are attributes it seeks in top-notch, innovative associates who value high-quality work and a working and living environment to match. This firm consistently participates in numerous high-profile deals and has done some of the more sophisticated transactions in the Northwest in recent years. In addition, many of its clients have celebrity-level status. Associates at this firm all praise this firm's national focus and its ability to attract and retain top associates. We believe that this firm does pretty exceptional work, and the associates at this firm all for the most part feel pleased to call this firm home.