In-House Contract Attorney
West Hills, CA Temporary $60.00 - $80.00/hr Hybrid

Job Description

Corporate Counsel (Contract - 3 Months)

Hybrid Preferred | CA Bar Required

Looking for a hands-on, fast-moving in-house opportunity? This 3-month contract role is ideal for an early-career attorney who wants to own commercial contracts, partner with business teams, and make an immediate impact.


Role Snapshot

  • Duration: 3 months
  • Schedule: Full-time (8-hour day, start between 8-9 AM)
  • Pay: ~$60-$80/hour (flexible DOE)
  • Work setup: Hybrid preferred (2-3 days onsite); remote considered

What You'll Do

  • Draft, review, and revise commercial agreements (NDAs, vendor, services, etc.)
  • Manage day-to-day contract flow and keep deals moving
  • Escalate complex matters for final review/approval
  • Partner with internal teams to provide practical legal guidance
  • Help improve contract templates and processes

Top Requirements

? 1-5 years of commercial contracts experience (corporate, entertainment, or similar)
? Active California Bar
? Strong communication + ability to work cross-functionally


Nice to Have

  • Exposure to government-adjacent agreements (e.g., FAR/DFAR)
  • Ability to work in a hybrid environment

Why Apply

  • Immediate ownership and impact
  • Broad in-house exposure in a short timeframe
  • Collaborative, supportive team environment

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.

Job Reference: JN -052026-422609