Responsibilities

Contract Counsel
Review, edit, and negotiate a range of contracts, including professional services agreements, subconsultant agreements, teaming agreements, NDAs, and vendor contracts 
Identify key risks in contracts and clearly explain those risks, legal concepts, and alternative approaches so technical staff can make informed business decisions
Partner with project managers and business services staff to negotiate contracts with clients, teaming partners, and vendors
Provide guidance on compliance matters, including conflicts of interests, confidentiality, and insurance requirements 
Manage intake and scheduling for contract review requests
Business Compliance and Support
Assist with business registrations and licensing in various jurisdictions  
Conduct legal research and make recommendations on a variety of topics relevant to our business  
Build your understanding of our technical services and the legal landscape for A&E firms, so your risk assessments and recommendations stay grounded in how the work actually gets done  
Resource Management
Maintain and update legal resources such as contract templates, guidance documents, and internal training materials  

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate from an ABA accredited law school

• 3+ years of professional experience as an attorney with substantial experience reviewing and negotiating contracts

• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to exercise sound independent judgment, think critically through complex issues, and adapt quickly in a dynamic, fast-paced environment

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, especially for explaining legal concepts and contract terms to our non-legal staff

• Strong attention to detail 

• Proven ability to build and maintain strong internal relationships

• Excellent time management and organizational skills, with a proven ability to independently balance multiple competing priorities and meet deadlines. 

• A collaborative mindset grounded in humility, strong listening skills, and a supportive approach to working with colleagues

• Curiosity and adaptability in leveraging AI and other emerging technologies to improve workflows, enhance analysis, and support efficient legal service delivery

• Ability to reliably work in the Roseville office at least two days per week. Ability to travel to our Walnut Creek office occasionally (usually 2-4 times per year).   

• Full-time and part-time schedules considered.