Commercial Contracts Attorney - Income Principal

Job Overview

A prestigious national law firm is seeking an experienced Commercial Contracts Principal Attorney to join its Business Practice Group. This role offers an excellent platform for a seasoned attorney with a portable book of business to counsel a wide range of small and large clients across various industry sectors, with a particular emphasis on the consumer goods and consumer products industries.

Location

• Spokane, WA

Duties

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

  • Manufacturing Agreements

  • Distribution Agreements

  • Sales Broker Agreements

  • Raw Material Supply Agreements

  • Packaging Supply Agreements

  • Equipment Leases and Purchase Agreements

  • Product Purchase and Sale/Supply Agreements

• Provide strategic advice regarding contract law principles and risk mitigation strategies

• Support business clients in day-to-day operational matters and strategic transactions

• Collaborate with attorneys across multiple offices on interdisciplinary matters

• Manage client relationships and participate in business development initiatives

• Provide counseling on regulatory compliance and industry-specific contractual frameworks

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years of experience drafting, negotiating, and reviewing complex commercial contracts

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

• Portable book of business required

• Ability to independently manage a busy and diverse client portfolio

• Strong client-service orientation and proactive communication style

• Ability to manage multiple high-level projects simultaneously

• Strong attention to detail and organizational capabilities

Education

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

Certifications

• Active license to practice law

Skills

• Expertise in commercial contract law and risk management

• Advanced negotiation and drafting skills

• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical abilities

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Effective time management and multitasking abilities

• Business-minded and client-focused approach to legal counseling

Benefits

• Eligibility for annual performance bonus

• 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

• Professional development and leadership growth opportunities

• Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture

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.