Mid-level Commercial Contracts/Supply Chain Associate

Job Overview

A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a mid-level Commercial Contracts and Supply Chain Associate Attorney to join its growing Business Practice Group. This role will focus on representing clients in diverse industry sectors, with a particular emphasis on the consumer goods and consumer products industries. The associate will handle sophisticated commercial agreements, collaborate with experienced attorneys across multiple offices, and contribute to a dynamic and supportive legal team dedicated to client success and professional growth.

Location

• Spokane, WA

Duties

• Draft, negotiate, and review a variety of commercial agreements, including:

  • Manufacturing Agreements

  • Distribution Agreements

  • Sales Broker Agreements

  • Raw Material Supply Agreements

  • Packaging Supply Agreements

  • Equipment Leases

  • Equipment Purchase Agreements

  • Product Purchase, Sale, and Supply Agreements

• Advise business clients on contract law, commercial risk management, and compliance issues

• Provide day-to-day legal support to small and large businesses across various industry sectors

• Collaborate with attorneys in multiple offices on cross-practice transactional matters

• Participate in firm initiatives promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and pro bono work (optional but encouraged)

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of experience drafting, negotiating, and advising on commercial contracts

• Strong knowledge of contract law and commercial risk management strategies

• Ability to manage multiple projects efficiently and independently

• Client-focused mindset with strong relationship management skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities

• Strong attention to detail, organization, and project management skills

• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction

Skills

• Expertise in commercial contracting in the consumer goods and consumer products industries

• Familiarity with supply chain agreements and transactional structures

• Practical problem-solving and strategic legal analysis capabilities

• Ability to deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines

• Strong professional judgment and decision-making skills

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions

• Disability and life insurance coverage

• Paid parental leave

• Commuter allowance

• Annual bonus opportunities

• Billable hour credit for approved diversity, equity, inclusion, and pro bono work

• Access to mentorship and professional development programs within a collaborative work environment

This is a powerful Pacific Northwest firm and offers associates working here the opportunity to participate in some of the more significant litigation and corporate work in the Pacific Northwest. This firm is well known for its strong real estate and land use practice, and many of the firm's attorneys who practice in these disciplines are considered recognized leaders in the fields. They also have an exceptional bankruptcy practice. This firm also has a diverse client base including large publicly traded corporations as well as closely held businesses and individuals. This firm is considered to have a good management and its management structure is fairly well integrated throughout the firm's offices.