Commercial Contracts Attorney - Income Principal

Job Overview

A leading national law firm is seeking an experienced Principal Attorney specializing in Commercial Contracts to join its Business Practice Group. This role is ideal for an attorney with a strong background in contract negotiation across diverse industries, especially within the consumer goods and consumer products sectors. The position offers a sophisticated platform for managing a portable book of business while collaborating with a team of attorneys across multiple offices, with significant opportunities for leadership and growth.

Location

• Seattle, WA

Duties

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

  • Manufacturing Agreements

  • Distribution Agreements

  • Sales Broker Agreements

  • Raw Material Supply Agreements

  • Packaging Supply Agreements

  • Equipment Leases and Purchase Agreements

  • Product Purchase, Sale, and Supply Agreements

• Advise clients on contract law principles, risk management, and regulatory compliance

• Provide strategic counsel on operational and transactional matters across various industries

• Collaborate with attorneys from other practice groups to support multidisciplinary transactions

• Manage client relationships, ensuring timely and responsive communication

• Participate in business development efforts to grow the firm’s client base

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in commercial contract drafting, negotiation, and review

• Proven ability to manage significant transactional matters independently

• Experience advising clients in the consumer goods and/or consumer products industries

• Portable book of business required

• Strong interpersonal skills with a client-service-focused mindset

• Ability to work independently or collaboratively within a team environment

• Exceptional organizational, time management, and project leadership skills

Education

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

Certifications

• Active license to practice law

Skills

• Expertise in contract negotiation and risk mitigation strategies

• In-depth understanding of supply chain agreements and operational contracts

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical abilities

• Ability to manage a high volume of transactional matters efficiently

• Skilled in building long-term client relationships and providing proactive legal advice

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions

• Commuter allowance

• Disability and life insurance coverage

• Paid parental leave

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

• Annual bonus opportunities

• Career development, training, and mentorship opportunities

• Collaborative and inclusive firm culture

Time for a change? Come up to the Pacific Northwest and really thrive within a diverse group of lawyers and a power pack of national and international clients. This is a long-established firm with an enthusiastic commitment to community endeavors. Here is a real opportunity for professional growth and civic satisfaction for highly qualified, motivated candidates. 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. They are well known for their strong real estate and land use practice, and many of the firm's attorneys who practice in these disciplines are considered recognized leaders in their fields. This firm also has 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 good management, and its management structure is fairly well integrated throughout the firm's offices.