Contracts Counsel

Overview:HKS Dallas is seeking a Contracts Counsel to join our Legal team. Provides legal support for the review and negotiation of contracts for the delivery of architectural or design services and other business contracts. Learns and applies the firm’s key contract positions, delivers thorough contract review and analysis, and manages contract intake and organization. Communicates clearly with project teams and firm leadership, adapts to shifting priorities, and identifies and resolves problems proactively.Responsibilities:Provides review and analysis of contractual matters and contract negotiationCreates and drafts legal documents as needed, and reviews legal documents prepared by firm staffMinimizes risks, maximizes value, and seeks means to improve efficiency and reduce costsCollaborates with project teams in reviewing contract scopes and advising on legal and financial risk of contractsManages contract review system and seeks out efficiencies and improved methods for streamlining contract review operationsStays up to date and assists in the interpretation of the laws, regulations, and policies affecting the practice of architecture, engineering, and design services contractsAssists in the education of firm-wide staff in risk management and contract mattersQualifications:Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited law schoolMember of the Bar in good standing requiredProfessional degree in architecture or engineering, with licensure and/or design practice experience strongly preferredTypically with 5+ years of relevant legal experienceExperience in MS Office and Adobe toolsKnowledge of or a strong interest in federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and risk management practices relating to construction law and design professionalsExcellent work ethic and eagerness to produce high quality, accurate results with natural sense of ownership for projects and dutiesExcellent analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesExcellent interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with all levels of staffStrong legal research and presentation skillsAbility to anticipate, manage, analyze, evaluate, and summarize legal issues and findings, and to present them in a clear and concise mannerAbility to hold sensitive information with a high level of confidentiality and integrityAbility to organize and adapt to changing priorities, manage competing demands, and meet deadlines, with high receptivity to feedbackAbility to communicate and present ideas in a clear, concise, and professional manner both verbally and in writingAbility to operate patiently and effectively in a fast-paced environmentAbility to collaborate in a team environment and work independently#LI-KT1If you currently work for HKS, please submit your application via the Internal Careers Portal.HKS is an EEO/AA Employer: M/F/Disabled/VeteranSummaryLocation: DallasType: Full time