Contracts Attorney

Job Title : Temporary Transactional / Contract Attorney (Contract-to-Hire)

Location : Franklin, Tennessee (Hybrid or 100% Remote)

Schedule : Full-Time, Contract-to-Hire

Pay Rate : Competitive based on experience

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and revise a wide range of contracts, including technology, software licensing, service, and vendor agreements.

Negotiate contract terms with vendors and service providers, including direct phone and email communications to secure favorable terms for the City.

Utilize and adapt existing contract templates or draft agreements from scratch, ensuring consistency with City policies and legal requirements.

Identify and mitigate potential legal and business risks in contract terms.

Collaborate closely with City departments to understand operational needs and deliver timely, practical legal solutions.

Maintain organized documentation and tracking of all contract activity.

Support the Law Department in implementing process improvements for contract management and review workflows.

Qualifications

JD from an accredited law school.

Active Tennessee Bar license (required).

Minimum 3 years of experience in transactional or contract law, preferably with a focus on contract drafting, negotiation, and review.

Strong knowledge of contract law principles and risk management.

Excellent drafting, analytical, and communication skills.

Ability to work independently and manage multiple contracts in a fast-paced environment.

Experience with government or public-sector contracting is highly desirable.

Familiarity with technology agreements strongly preferred.

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To apply, please email a cover letter along with your resume to ahinojosa@oncallcounsel.com

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