Contract Attorney Job at Robert Half (San Jose)

Government Contracts Attorney

We are currently seeking Government Contracts Attorneys with an IT background. I...

Location

United States

Salary:

135000.00 USD / Year

Axiom Law

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Active bar license in the state in which you reside
Minimum of 3+ years of experience practicing law, with a focus on government contracts, in an IT corporation
Strong knowledge of U.S. federal acquisition regulations (FAR), agency-specific regulations, and other laws governing government contracts
Strong knowledge of state and local procurement laws, regulations, and procedures, including experience with public sector contracting and regulatory compliance

Job Responsibility

Advise clients on all aspects of government contracting, including contract formation, negotiation, performance, and termination, and provide support to clients on government contracts-related issues as they arise
Assist clients in navigating government procurement processes, including bid protests, requests for proposals (RFPs), and contract disputes
Provide legal counsel on compliance matters related to government contracts, including applicable regulations, such as FAR and DFARS, certifications, and reporting requirements
Provide legal counsel and support to clients on all aspects of state and local government contracting, including bid preparation, proposal submission, contract negotiation, and contract administration
Advise clients on regulatory compliance matters related to state and local government procurement, including adherence to applicable statutes, regulations, and policies

What we offer

Health benefits
401K

Government contracts attorney

McCarter and English’s Chambers-ranked Government Contracts group is seeking an ...

Location

United States , Location flexible across our offices; DC or Philadelphia preferred

Salary:

200000.00 - 275000.00 USD / Year

McCarter & English

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years experience practicing law in the specific area of federal government contracts
Preferably 6-9 years such experience
Strong preference for candidates who have practiced government contracts law in a law firm setting
Strong analytical, research, and writing skills
Experience with: bid protests
acquisition regulation (including FAR and DFARS) interpretation and compliance counseling
drafting REAs and claims, related claims analysis and counseling, and CDA claim litigation
federal subcontracting and related dispute and flow-down/compliance issues
terminations
OCIs

What we offer

Eligibility for discretionary bonus
Firm-Paid: Basic life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance and short-term (ST) and long-term (LT) disability benefits
Health & Wellness: Comprehensive medical/prescription drug coverage (the Firm pays a share of the cost), including a high deductible health plan with an annual Firm health savings account (HSA) contribution
Employee-Paid Voluntary Benefits: Dental and vision coverage, supplemental health plans (accident, cancer and critical illness), flexible spending accounts, optional life and AD&D insurance (supplemental employee, spouse and child) and supplemental STD coverage
Retirement: 401(k) plan offering three types of contributions: pre-tax, Roth and after-tax contributions
Time Off: Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and leaves of absence to support work-life balance (e.g. parental leave)
Free and confidential employee assistance program (EAP) and behavioral health services program
Firm-paid back-up child/elder care, academic support and pet care program
Tax-advantaged college savings 529 Plan
Employee discounts through Working Advantage

Fulltime

Contracts Attorney

Our client is a corporation seeking an experienced Contracts Attorney to join it...

Location

United States , Birmingham, MI

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Law degree from an accredited law school is required
Proven experience in drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts
Excellent understanding of legal requirements for different types of contracts
Strong knowledge of commercial and residential property laws, RFPs, leases, and non-disclosure agreements
Experience with construction related contracts is highly desirable
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
Strong organizational and project management skills

Job Responsibility

Review various commercial and residential agreements such as master services agreements, amendments to existing customer agreements, RFPs, leases, non-disclosure agreements, subcontractor agreements, and vendor agreements
Consistently assess potential risks, benefits, and consequences of decisions, presenting alternatives and proposed solutions to the management team
Advise on legal risks and mitigation strategies associated with remediation activities and general services contracts
Present formal and informal training sessions to staff about contractual issues, legal risk, and company policies and procedures concerning the legal and contractual requirements
Collaborate with various business units, promoting the understanding of contract processes, identifying needs and improvements
Support the negotiation process of contracts with customers, suppliers, and partners minimizing potential contract risks

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Transactional Attorney

An established law firm is seeking an experienced Transactional Attorney to join...

Location

United States , San Diego

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Holds a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited institution
Minimum of 3 years experience working as a transactional attorney at a law firm
Proficient in corporate law and commercial contracts (drafting, negotiating, redlining)
Ability to work in downtown San Diego 3 days per week

Job Responsibility

Handling purchase & sales of businesses
advising on business matters
establishing, drafting operating agreements and bylaws and AOI
setting up companies
counseling them on issues that arise
purchases of businesses
Drafting, redlining, and negotiating a variety of commercial agreements fairly independently

What we offer

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Eligible to enroll in company 401(k) plan
Regular potlucks and holiday parties
Congenial atmosphere
Attorneys coach each other’s kids’ soccer and baseball games

Fulltime

Attorney

We are in search of an Attorney to join our infrastructure team based in Atlanta...

Location

United States , Atlanta

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Applicant must possess comprehensive knowledge and practical experience in drafting legal documents
Familiarity and understanding of the concept of Privilege in legal contexts is essential
Proven ability to prepare, review, and negotiate contracts is required
Must have a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
Must be licensed to practice law in the state or capable of obtaining licensure
Strong research and report-writing skills are necessary
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion is crucial

Job Responsibility

Providing legal counsel to various departments, including public works, cooperative extension, film, purchasing, land bank, and facilities
Drafting and reviewing contracts with meticulous attention to detail
Creating Board of Commissioner resolutions as needed
Offering advice on legal matters related to company transactions
Utilizing 'Privilege' and 'Contracts' skills to ensure all legal aspects are handled professionally and efficiently
Actively participating in team meetings and contributing to the team's overall objectives
Ensuring all legal documents are drafted, reviewed, and stored as per the company's guidelines and regulations

What we offer

medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Transactional Attorney

We are seeking an experienced Transactional Attorney with a minimum of 4 years o...

Location

United States , South San Francisco

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a top 40 law school and an active license to practice law in California
Minimum of 4 years of transactional legal experience with a focus on public contracts, public facilities, and public entity law
Strong understanding of federal, state, and local regulations related to public contracts, procurement, and facilities development
Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
Proven ability to work collaboratively within a team and engage effectively with clients and stakeholders
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and the ability to provide practical legal solutions
A track record of delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines
Proficiency in legal research, drafting, and analytical skills
Experience in dispute resolution and litigation related to public contracts and facilities is a plus

Job Responsibility

Provide expert legal counsel to public entities on matters including public contracts, facilities development, and procurement processes
Draft, review, and negotiate a wide range of contracts, agreements, and legal documents for public projects and transactions
Advise clients on regulatory compliance and legal implications associated with public contracts and facilities development
Collaborate with internal teams, external stakeholders, and government agencies to ensure successful project outcomes
Conduct legal research to stay current with relevant laws, regulations, and precedents affecting public entities
Assist in preparing and delivering legal opinions, memoranda, and presentations to clients and colleagues
Participate in negotiations, mediations, and other dispute resolution processes when required
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail and adhering to deadlines

What we offer

competitive base salary
bonus potential
benefits package
medical
vision
dental
life and disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Attorney

We’re partnering with a Los Angeles–based nonprofit to hire a skilled Attorney f...

Location

United States , Los Angeles

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

2+ years as a practicing attorney
2+ years of drafting and review contracts experience
Minimum of 1 year of in-house counsel experience preferred
Knowledge of contract law principles
Strong research, analytical and fact-finding skills
Ability to communicate with all levels of staff
Ability to listen well and demonstrate sensitivity and respect for employees

Job Responsibility

Directly support the General Counsel in day-to-day legal matters
Draft, review, and redline vendor agreements, consulting agreements, MOUs, leases, NDAs, releases, purchase orders and hotel agreements
Participate in negotiations as needed
Conduct legal research and prepare draft legal memos with respect to real estate, contract, labor and employment, corporate, and intellectual property law
Conduct fact-finding
Prepare or review subpoena production, corporate filings, insurance applications, and corporate minutes and resolutions for supervisor approval
Perform other legal duties and work on special projects as assigned by the Chief Compliance Officer and General Counsel

What we offer

medical insurance
vision insurance
dental insurance
life insurance
disability insurance
401(k) plan

Fulltime

Attorney

This highly ranked firm has an opening for a licensed attorney with a love for t...

Location

United States , Sacramento

Salary:

Not provided

Robert Half

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Analyze and summarize legal documents
Communicate with clients and opposing counsel
Legal research and drafting of a wide range of legal documents
Supporting attorneys and staff within the practice groups department
Strong attention to detail
Ability to effectively interact, verbally and in writing
First-rate academic credentials and references
Must possess analytical, legal research and writing skills
Licensed attorney
Able to handle multiple assignments, work well under pressure, and have the flexibility to assist the team in meeting client demands on accelerated schedules

Job Responsibility

Analyze and summarize legal documents
Communicate with clients and opposing counsel
Legal research and drafting of a wide range of legal documents
Supporting attorneys and staff within the practice groups department

What we offer

Competitive base salary
Bonus potential
Benefits package
Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan

Fulltime

Contract Attorney

Robert Half

Location:
United States , San Jose

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
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Job Posted:
March 01, 2026

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