Commercial Contracts Attorney - Utilities

Overview

An experienced Commercial Contracts Attorney is sought to support a longstanding utility industry client through a large national law firm. This fully remote, part-time contract engagement averages approximately 10 hours per week with potential for ongoing future projects.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and advise on IT and technology agreements
• Provide legal counsel specifically to utility companies
• Collaborate independently and directly with business stakeholders
• Address cybersecurity and data privacy considerations relevant to the utility sector

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of commercial contracts experience
• Prior representation of utility clients in either an in-house or law firm setting
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity and data privacy issues in the utility industry
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing
• Outstanding professional references

Position Details

• Role type: Contract engagement
• Schedule: Part-time
• Location: Fully remote

Compensation & Benefits

• Annualized pay range (full-time equivalent): $160,000 to $200,000
• Contract pay rates depend on experience, qualifications, credentials, location, market factors, and candidate preferences
• Complimentary professional liability insurance coverage for work performed within the scope of the engagement
• Eligibility for full benefits when working 20+ hours per week, including group medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Complimentary group life, long-term disability (LTD), and accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D) insurance
• Qualified 401(k) plan available
• Continuing Legal Education (CLE) and professional expense stipends for benefits-eligible attorneys

Confidentiality

Candidates will not be proposed to clients without prior consent. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Location

This is a fully remote position.