Contracts attorneys help organizations negotiate, draft, review, and manage agreements that support business operations and reduce legal risk. Browse vetted Contracts Attorney opportunities on Ladders, including roles with salaries of $100,000 or more at companies seeking experienced legal professionals.
Responsibilities commonly include drafting and negotiating commercial agreements, advising internal teams on contractual obligations, identifying legal and business risks, and creating practical solutions to move transactions forward. Depending on the employer, the work may cover vendor and customer agreements, technology and licensing contracts, strategic partnerships, procurement, or corporate transactions.
Employers typically seek a law degree, an active license to practice in the relevant jurisdiction, and experience reviewing or negotiating complex agreements. Clear communication, sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with business stakeholders are highly valued. Familiarity with a company’s industry and relevant regulations can also be important.
Contracts Attorney positions are available across industries and organizations, from established corporations to growing businesses. Use Ladders to explore vetted roles paying $100,000 or more, compare opportunities, and find a position that fits your experience, specialization, and career goals.
$107K - $204K *
Champion strategic contract management by leading proposal development, negotiations, and administration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and drive business success in a f...
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$90K - $105K *
Optimize contract execution while minimizing financial risks and supporting stakeholders. You'll coordinate mobilization, track progress, and ensure compliance within a fast-paced project environment...
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$76K - $89K *
Join a team that supports attorneys with administrative excellence, ensuring efficient document processing and client communication. Thrive in a dynamic environment while managing multiple tasks and d...
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$76K - $89K *
Support a dynamic legal team by providing essential administrative and secretarial services. Collaborate effectively, manage multiple tasks, and ensure timely document processing in a fast-paced envir...
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$146K - $219K *
Lead the contracts administration for government programs, ensuring compliance and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage contracts from proposal to closeout, deliver...
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$146K - $219K *
Manage all aspects of contracts from development to closeout, ensuring compliance and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver effective solutions in a fast-paced envi...
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Sr. Manager, Contracts & Legal Operations
$110K - $130K *
Optimize legal operations by leading contract management, enhancing technology solutions, and driving cross-functional initiatives to improve efficiency and service delivery while aligning with organi...
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Sr. Manager, Contracts & Legal Operations
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of legal operations by leading efficiency initiatives, managing contract administration, and optimizing technology solutions. Drive cross-functional collaboration to enhance service d...
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$165K - $209K *
Drive corporate legal strategy for a dynamic defense tech firm, managing M&A, governance, and commercial agreements. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to navigate complex legal landscapes and su...
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$165K - $209K *
Elevate your career by managing corporate legal matters in a dynamic defense tech firm. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on M&A, governance, and strategic transactions while providing practical...
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$165K - $209K *
Join a dynamic team as a corporate attorney, managing legal matters for a fast-paced defense technology firm. Collaborate across departments on M&A, governance, and commercial agreements while driving...
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Vice President, Contracting (Garden City, NY)
$200K - $225K *
Join a team that's driving strategic growth and optimizing provider networks. This senior leadership role focuses on expanding market presence, enhancing partnerships, and ensuring compliance while fo...
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$120K - $145K *
Join a team that's shaping corporate strategy by providing expert legal counsel on commercial transactions, governance, and compliance across a diverse portfolio of companies. Collaborate with leaders...
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$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's engaged in strategic contract management for federal projects, ensuring compliance and successful execution while developing negotiation strategies and fostering cross-functional re...
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Litigation Attorney - Startups and Small Businesses
$140K - $180K *
Join a team that's redefining legal practice by autonomously managing diverse litigation cases for startups. Leverage AI tools while building client relationships and navigating various legal challeng...
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Litigation Attorney - Startups and Small Businesses
$140K - $180K *
Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team as a Litigation Attorney, where you'll manage diverse cases, engage with clients, and leverage innovative AI tools to enhance legal practices in a fast-paced...
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Litigation Attorney - Startups and Small Businesses
$140K - $180K *
Empower startups by managing diverse litigation cases from intake to resolution. Collaborate with clients and leverage AI tools to enhance legal processes while navigating various practice areas in a...
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Litigation Attorney - Startups and Small Businesses
$140K - $180K *
Lead diverse litigation matters autonomously, engaging clients and utilizing AI tools to enhance legal processes. Collaborate with engineers to refine technology while managing cases for startups and...
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Litigation Attorney - Startups and Small Businesses
$140K - $180K *
Champion diverse litigation matters by autonomously managing cases from intake to settlement, while leveraging AI tools to enhance client service and drive innovation in a dynamic startup environment...
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Litigation Attorney - Startups and Small Businesses
$140K - $180K *
Join a team that's redefining legal practice by leveraging AI to manage diverse litigation matters. As a key legal hire, you'll autonomously handle cases, engage with clients, and shape innovative sol...
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Litigation Attorney - Startups and Small Businesses
$140K - $180K *
Join our innovative legal team as a Litigation Attorney, where you'll autonomously manage diverse cases, engage with clients, and leverage AI tools to redefine legal practice for startups and small bu...
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Litigation Attorney - Startups and Small Businesses
$140K - $180K *
Join our innovative team as we redefine litigation for startups. You'll autonomously manage diverse cases, engage with clients, and shape our AI-driven legal platform, all while building trust and del...
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Litigation Attorney - Startups and Small Businesses
$140K - $180K *
Join us to empower startup clients by managing diverse litigation cases autonomously. Leverage your legal expertise and client service skills while shaping innovative AI tools in a dynamic, early-stag...
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Litigation Attorney - Startups and Small Businesses
$140K - $180K *
Transform your career by joining a dynamic AI-native law firm as a Litigation Attorney. Take ownership of diverse cases, engage with clients, and innovate legal practices while shaping the future of l...
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Litigation Attorney - Startups and Small Businesses
$140K - $180K *
Transform your legal career by managing diverse litigation cases for startups. Collaborate with clients and leverage AI tools to enhance legal practices while driving impactful outcomes in a dynamic...
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What does a Contracts Attorney do?
A Contracts Attorney drafts, reviews, and negotiates agreements, advises on contractual rights and obligations, and helps organizations manage legal and business risks.
What qualifications are commonly required for Contracts Attorney jobs?
Many positions require a law degree, an active bar license in the relevant jurisdiction, and experience with commercial contracts. Specific requirements vary by employer, industry, and seniority.
Which industries hire Contracts Attorneys?
Contracts Attorneys work in a wide range of industries, including technology, healthcare, finance, manufacturing, retail, and professional services.
What kinds of agreements might a Contracts Attorney handle?
Depending on the role, they may work on customer and vendor agreements, software and licensing contracts, procurement agreements, partnership deals, and other commercial or corporate documents.
How can I find Contracts Attorney jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Contracts Attorney listings on Ladders, which features vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review each listing for its location, responsibilities, and qualifications.