Contract Review Counsel

Crowell & Moring LLP is an international law firm with offices in the United States, Europe, MENA, and Asia that represents clients in litigation and arbitration, regulatory and policy, intellectual property, and transactional and corporate matters. The firm is internationally recognized for its representation of Fortune 500 companies in high-stakes litigation and government-facing matters, as well as its ongoing commitment to pro bono service and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Job Summary

Contract Review Counsel will have primary responsibility for the review of outside counsel guidelines and vendor contracts provided to the firm by new or existing clients. Contract Review Counsel will support communications with clients and vendors regarding proposed changes to same. Contract Review Counsel will provide support for the firm’s compliance with contract terms. Contract Review Counsel will contribute to additional special projects as identified by the firm’s Office of General Counsel.

This position can be filled as fully remote or hybrid from any of our US offices.

Job Responsibilities

• Review outside counsel guidelines received from new and existing firm clients to identify possible compliance issues and recommend modifications to same.
• Review contracts received from firm vendors or other non-client entities to identify possible compliance issues and recommend modifications to same.
• Interact with internal subject matter experts and partners regarding special outside counsel guideline or contract provisions, as necessary.
• Draft firm’s written communications with clients and vendors setting forth proposed exceptions to outside counsel guidelines and vendor contracts.
• As needed, participate in dialogue (written or oral) with clients and vendors to achieve mutually agreeable alternative terms and conditions.
• Oversee collection of executed outside counsel guidelines and vendor contracts and monitor firm’s retention and filing of same.
• Contribute to similar risk management type projects as identified by the firm’s General Counsel on an as needed basis.

Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, effectively and persuasively, both orally and in writing with attorneys, staff, and vendors.
• Ability to provide quality client service to both internal and external contacts and clients. Requires patience, considerable tact, discretion and persuasion in gaining the cooperation of others.
• Demonstrated ability to organize and prioritize work in a dynamic and complex environment to meet deadlines and daily requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and with others in a cooperative, enthusiastic and friendly manner to accomplish position functions and participate in team efforts.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret information from a variety of sources, apply critical and creative thinking to draw conclusions or develop solutions to complex problems.

• Ability to represent the firm with honesty, integrity, and professionalism, consistently acting in an ethical manner.

• Demonstrated knowledge of standard contract law principles and clauses, including but not limited to indemnification issues, and experience drafting alternative provisions and negotiation of same.
• General knowledge regarding principles associated with anti-money laundering laws and regulations.

Education

The position requires a law degree.

Experience

The position requires a minimum of five years of increasingly responsible, directly related experience during which knowledge, skills and abilities applicable to the position were demonstrated.

Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package. Our benefits include healthcare, vision, dental, retirement, and all-purpose leave and progressive options such as back up childcare, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.

Our Firm is committed to fair and equitable compensation practice in accordance with applicable laws. The salary range for this position is $164,000-$249,000. Additional compensation may include a discretionary bonus. The salary for this position may vary based on location, market data, an applicant’s skills and prior experience, certain degrees and certifications, and other factors.

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