Witherite Law Group (WLG) is a personal injury law firm specializing in motor vehicle accidents. Our vision is to improve the life of each person we serve. Whether it is for our employees, our clients, or our community, WLG puts people first, provides unmatched expertise, and displays integrity in every situation.
Our attorneys and staff are committed to helping injured clients get the care and service they deserve. We take care of the complex legal work so that our clients can focus on recovery and getting their lives back. We are determined to help our clients get the settlement they deserve, and we will be by our client’s side every step of the way.
This firm is a Top 100 Places to Work recipient and a National Top Workplace honoree. We are proud of these achievements and honored to be among this prestigious list of companies. Our culture is special. But you can’t just take our word for it...apply today and join the WLG family.
Position Summary: The Contract Specialist is responsible for drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and managing contracts across various departments within the organization to include but not limited to: Information Technology, Facilities, Office Services, Marketing, Professional/Consulting Services, and other areas as needed for both direct and indirect spend. This role ensures all agreements comply with company policies, applicable laws, and risk management practices. The Contract Specialist serves as a liaison between internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure contractual obligations are clearly defined and met.
Key Responsibilities:
- Draft, review, redline, and negotiate a wide variety of contracts including NDAs, MSAs, SOWs, vendor agreements, service agreements, licensing agreements, and more.
- Ensure contracts are compliant with internal policies, applicable laws, and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders (Legal, Finance, Procurement, IT, HR, Marketing, etc.) to gather necessary information for contract development and execution.
- Identify and mitigate contractual risks while ensuring favorable terms for the organization.
- Track contract lifecycle from initiation through expiration or renewal, ensuring timely renewals or terminations.
- Maintain accurate records in the contract management system and ensure proper documentation of approvals and revisions.
- Support audits and reporting activities by providing relevant contract data and documentation.
- Recommend improvements to contract templates, playbooks, clause libraries and processes to enhance efficiency and consistency.
- Stay informed on relevant laws, regulations, and best practices related to contracts and procurement.
Work Experience Requirements:
- 3+ years of experience in contract administration, legal support, or procurement contract work.
- Strong understanding of contract language and legal terminology.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Powerpoint, Sharepoint)
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Law, Supply Chain, or a related field.
- Certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CSCP, CPSM) is a plus.
Physical Requirements:
- Office environment with normal business hours necessary to satisfactorily perform job functions.
- Stand/Sit – Must be able to remain in a stationary position up to 50% of the time.
- Walk – This position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, meeting rooms, office machinery, etc.
- Use of hands/fingers to handle or feel – Constantly operates a computer and other office machinery such as a copy machine/printer.
- Carry Weight/Lift - Occasionally moves supplies weighing up to 10 pounds for various presentation and event needs.
Benefits and Perks
- Medical, dental, vision
- Company paid Life and AD&D Insurance
- Company Paid STD (with no waiting period) and LTD Insurance
- Option to purchase additional Life and AD&D Insurance
- Voluntary Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage
- 401(k) with company contributions
- Paid Time Off
- 10 Company Holidays
- Tuition Reimbursement
Please note that this job description is intended to outline the primary duties of the role and is not intended to be an exhaustive list. The job description is subject to change with or without prior notice, and that a reasonable accommodation may be requested to perform the essential functions of the job.
WLG and its affiliated companies provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
WLG and its affiliated companies participate in E-Verify. For additional information please review the E-Verify Participation Poster and Right to Work Poster from the Department of Homeland Security.
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What We Do
Witherite Law Group is a rarity and trailblazer in the world of personal injury law. Our mission and commitment is to be the most knowledgeable, most experienced, most reputable, hardest working, most client-centered, and most successful attorneys in the industry. We lead by results and character, not promises and gimmicks.
Leading personal injury firm, Witherite Law Group has offices in Dallas, Fort Worth, and Atlanta. Our firm has expertise in motor vehicle accidents and strives to improve the life of each person who has been injured by the wrongful actions of others. We serve our clients, community, and one another by putting people first, offering unmatched expertise, and acting with integrity always.
