Three to six years of experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts Experience using general AI tools Willingness to learn and leverage legal AI technologies Technologically savvy
The role
K&L Gates is seeking a mid-level to senior Associate for their Commercial Contracts and Technology Solutions team in Raleigh, with flexibility for candidates in Charlotte, Dallas, or New York. The role requires 3-6 years of experience in drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and familiarity with AI tools.
What you'll do
Drafting and negotiating a wide range of commercial contracts, such as manufacturing and supply agreements, distribution agreements, services agreements, consulting agreements, development and collaboration agreements, reseller agreements, and licensing agreements
What we're looking for
Three to six years of experience drafting and negotiating commercial contracts
Experience using general AI tools
Willingness to learn and leverage legal AI technologies
Technologically savvy
Strong academic credentials
Excellent communication skills
Commitment to providing the highest quality client service
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Self-starters
Benefits
Medical/Prescription Drug Coverage (including a Health Savings Account feature)
Pre-tax Commuting Benefits
Dental Insurance
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Vision Insurance
Pet Insurance
401(k) Retirement plan
Health Advocacy Services
Short- and Long-term Disability Protection
Identity Protection/Restoration and Fraud Insurance
Life Insurance (including Basic, Supplemental, Spouse, Child, and Accidental Death and Dismemberment)
Student loan refinancing options and access to a student loan concierge service
Paid Time Off (Generally, paid time off is undefined with 3-4 weeks usually acceptable)
Addiction Resources
Parental Leave (24 weeks of which 12 are paid; short-term disability may provide additional paid time off)
Breast Milk Delivery and Lactation Support Services
Paid Holidays (12)
Family Building Benefits
Pro Bono Opportunities
Flexible Spending Accounts
Professional Development and CLE Credit Opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Bar Expense Reimbursement
529 Deductions
Relocation
Accident Insurance
Balanced Hours Program
Critical Illness Insurance
Ramp-Up/Ramp-Down Program
Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Employee Referral Program
Bereavement Leave
Hybrid/Remote Work Opportunities
Back-up Child/Elder Care and access to a caregiving concierge
Technology, Entertainment, and Travel Discount Program