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.
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Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing billing operations while supervising a skilled group of Billing Coordinators. This role combines leadership with hands-on billing responsibilities to ensure e...
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Advance your career by supervising a dynamic billing team, ensuring efficient operations and high-quality service in a fast-paced legal environment. Collaborate with various stakeholders to enhance bi...
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Elevate your career by supervising a dynamic billing team, ensuring efficient operations and compliance within a fast-paced legal environment while maintaining hands-on billing responsibilities...
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Shape the future of billing operations by leading a dedicated team, ensuring efficient processes and high-quality service delivery in a dynamic legal environment. Collaborate closely with stakeholders...
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Join our dynamic Finance/Accounting team as a Billing Supervisor, overseeing a team of Billing Coordinators. You'll ensure efficient billing practices while providing support and guidance, all within...
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Champion the billing process by supervising a dedicated team, ensuring efficient operations and high-quality service delivery in a dynamic legal environment. Engage in hands-on billing tasks while fos...
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Join a team that's dedicated to providing expert legal guidance on federal financial assistance programs. You'll advise leadership on compliance, oversee program implementation, and ensure adherence t...
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Advance your career by managing the complete billing process, ensuring accuracy and timely completion of financial matters. Join a dynamic environment where attention to detail and independence are vi...
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Defense Attorney (Workers' Compensation) - 5-8k sign on Bonus
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Lead the charge in defending workers' compensation claims, managing a diverse caseload while providing strategic legal counsel and guidance. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure effecti...
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Defense Attorney (Workers' Compensation) - 5-8k sign on Bonus
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Elevate your career by joining our team as a Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney, where you'll manage litigation cases, provide legal counsel, and collaborate with clients to achieve favorable outc...
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Defense Attorney (Workers' Compensation) - 5-8k sign on Bonus
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Unlock potential by joining our dynamic team as a Workers' Compensation Defense Attorney, where you'll manage cases, provide legal counsel, and collaborate with clients in a fully remote environment...
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Systems Contracts Strategy Bureau Chief
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Shape the future of Medicaid by leading system modernization efforts, overseeing technology investments, and aligning strategies across diverse teams to enhance operational efficiency and governance i...
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Lead the charge in providing expert legal counsel in civil defense litigation, focusing on construction defect and general liability cases. Collaborate with clients and colleagues in a hybrid work env...
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Transform your legal career by joining our dynamic team as a Senior Counsel. Leverage your expertise in civil defense litigation, handling diverse cases while collaborating with experienced profession...
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Lead strategic contract management to drive execution and compliance across commercial and government programs. Collaborate cross-functionally to protect margins and enable scalable growth in a dynami...
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Transform legal landscapes by representing clients in court, conducting thorough research, and drafting essential legal documents. Collaborate with a dynamic team to provide expert counsel and negotia...
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Drive impactful litigation strategies by managing cases from initiation to appeal. Collaborate with clients and legal teams to deliver exceptional representation in civil and commercial disputes, ensu...
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Lead and manage all legal affairs for the City, providing expert advice to officials and staff. Supervise legal teams, handle complex litigation, and ensure compliance with municipal laws to support c...
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Export Compliance Specialist - Regulatory & Contracts
$104K - $130K *
Help us ensure compliance with export regulations while collaborating across teams to implement effective processes. This role is vital in supporting trade compliance and managing risk in a dynamic ae...
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Collaborate with attorneys and clients to manage project timelines, resources, and updates. Ensure quality control and effective communication while overseeing trademark and copyright research in a dy...
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Lead Senior Counsel, Legal, Global Contracts
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Elevate your career by leading a dynamic legal team, providing strategic counsel on complex commercial transactions across North America. Drive innovation and efficiency while fostering strong relatio...
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Join a dynamic team as a trusted advisor, providing legal guidance on healthcare regulations, compliance, and strategic growth initiatives while managing complex agreements and compliance programs...
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Attorney (Alternative Dispute Resolution)
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Drive resolution by mediating whistleblower reprisal complaints, ensuring compliance with federal dispute resolution laws. Collaborate with parties to develop legally sound agreements and enhance trai...
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Contracts and Grants Supervisor II
$98K - $214K *
Lead the research administration team, overseeing pre and post award operations. Serve as a key advisor to faculty, ensuring compliance and effective management of research funding while enhancing ope...
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Contracts and Grants Supervisor II
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Lead the charge in enhancing research administration operations, overseeing pre and post award processes while advising faculty and leadership on compliance and funding management to drive departmenta...
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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.