Attorney

Description Attorney / Lawyer (Corporate, Contracts & Compliance) – Remote | U.S. Hours

Position Type:

Full-Time, Remote Working Hours:

U.S. Client Business Hours Location:

Remote — U.S.-Licensed Attorneys Preferred About the Role

At Pavago, one of our clients is hiring an experienced

Attorney / Lawyer

to provide legal guidance across

corporate matters, commercial contracts, compliance, governance, and risk management . This is a business-facing legal role — not simply a contract review position. You'll work closely with leadership and cross-functional teams to help the organization make sound decisions, protect its interests, and operate within applicable legal and regulatory requirements. You'll be responsible for: Commercial contract drafting and negotiation Corporate governance Legal research and advisory Regulatory and compliance support Dispute and litigation coordination Legal risk management If you combine strong legal judgment with a practical understanding of business operations, this role is a strong fit. What You'll Own

Contract Drafting, Review & Negotiation Draft, review, revise, and negotiate: NDAs MSAs Service agreements Vendor agreements Employment agreements Commercial contracts Leases Other business agreements Identify unfavorable or high-risk contractual provisions. Recommend practical revisions and risk-mitigation strategies. Support leadership during commercial negotiations. Maintain accurate contract versions, approvals, and executed agreements.

Legal Research & Business Advisory Conduct legal research using resources such as: Westlaw LexisNexis Practical Law Research applicable laws, regulations, and case law. Translate complex legal issues into clear, actionable business guidance. Advise leadership and stakeholders on legal and operational risks. Help teams make commercially practical decisions while maintaining appropriate legal protections.

Corporate Governance Draft and maintain: Corporate resolutions Operating agreements Governance documents Corporate records and filings Support entity governance and corporate housekeeping. Maintain accurate and organized legal records. Assist leadership with governance-related requirements and documentation. Compliance & Risk Management Monitor relevant regulatory and compliance requirements.

Support matters involving areas such as: Employment law Data privacy GDPR HIPAA FTC requirements SOX Industry-specific regulations Help develop and maintain internal policies and compliance procedures. Identify potential legal exposure before it becomes a larger business risk. Maintain organized, audit-ready compliance documentation. Disputes & Litigation Support Draft legal correspondence and litigation-related documentation when required.

Assist with: Pleadings Motions Discovery responses Case documentation Coordinate matters with outside counsel. Track litigation deadlines and required filings. Support dispute resolution and risk-mitigation strategies. Legal Operations & Documentation Maintain organized and secure: Legal files Contract databases Compliance records Matter documentation Improve contract and legal review workflows. Standardize templates and recurring legal processes. Ensure documentation remains searchable, current, and audit-ready. What Makes You a Strong Fit

You: Have excellent legal drafting and negotiation skills. Think commercially, not just technically. Can identify risk without unnecessarily slowing down business. Communicate legal concepts clearly to non-lawyers. Exercise strong judgment and professional discretion. Are highly organized and detail-oriented. Can independently manage multiple legal matters and competing deadlines. Are proactive, responsive, and solutions-focused. Required Experience & Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) or equivalent law degree. Active bar admission in at least one U.S. jurisdiction. 3+ years of legal practice experience

within a law firm, corporate legal department, or similar environment. Demonstrated experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating commercial agreements. Experience providing legal and compliance guidance. Strong understanding of corporate and commercial legal matters. Excellent legal research and analytical skills. Strong written and verbal English communication. Ability to manage multiple legal matters independently. High standards of confidentiality, ethics, and professional judgment. Preferred Experience

Prior in-house counsel experience. Multi-jurisdictional or international legal exposure. Experience involving: Corporate law Employment law SaaS / technology Regulatory compliance Real estate Commercial transactions Experience supporting startups or high-growth businesses. Familiarity with legal operations and contract management systems. Tools & Technology

Experience with some of the following is beneficial: Westlaw LexisNexis Practical Law Clio MyCase PracticePanther Con