Mid-Level Commercial And Technology Contracts Associate Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm based in Charleston, SC is seeking a Mid-Level Commercial and Technology Contracts Associate Attorney to join their team. This position requires a skilled attorney with 3-5 years of experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating business-to-business commercial contracts. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in various types of commercial agreements, including technology-related contracts, and possess excellent contract drafting and analytical skills.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of business-to-business commercial contracts, including Terms of Sale/Purchase, vendor and procurement contracts, consulting services, supply, manufacturing, distribution, and logistics agreements.
• Manage and negotiate technology-related agreements such as SaaS, software licensing, software development, and IT services agreements.
• Provide legal advice and support on contract terms, obligations, and risk management.
• Ensure compliance with relevant data privacy laws and review/negotiation of data protection agreements.
• Analyze and interpret contract provisions, including Limitations of Liability, Indemnification, Representations & Warranties, Intellectual Property Rights, and Information Security.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and clients to address and resolve contract-related issues.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, legal developments, and best practices in commercial and technology contracts.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
• 3-5 years of relevant experience in commercial and technology contracts.
• Proven experience with a broad range of commercial contracts, including technology-related agreements.
• Familiarity with data privacy laws (CCPA, GDPR) and experience in reviewing and negotiating data protection agreements is preferred.
• Excellent contract drafting, analytical, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong attention to detail and effective time management skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the state bar and in good standing.

Skills:

• Exceptional contract drafting and negotiation skills.
• In-depth knowledge of commercial contract provisions and technology agreements.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.

Location:

• Charleston, SC

This multi-specialty law firm headquartered in Columbia, South Carolina, offers a wide range of legal services to clients across various industries. It has nine offices in major locations including Charlotte, North Carolina, and Austin, Texas. It has a team of over 180 attorneys that specializes in areas including antitrust law, banking and finance, corporate law, intellectual property law, litigation, and tax law. It has been ranked as one of the largest firms in the country by the National Law Journal.