KO Law PC is seeking an attorney with a minimum of two years of experience with commercial contracts at a top national or international firm, or sophisticated in-house department. This position can be based out of our Denver or Boulder offices.

• Review, edit and draft operational, commercial, and technology contracts for technology and other companies, including agreements for software licensing, SaaS, consulting and professional services, manufacturing and supply, research and development, intellectual property licensing, sales and distribution.
• Participate in contract negotiations.
• Collaborate with clients and subject matter experts to ensure that commercial agreements are aligned with business objectives and satisfy compliance issues.
• Prepare correspondence, memorandum and contract documentation in support of contract execution.
• Support corporate transactions regarding intellectual property and commercial issues.

• JD from a top-tier law school.
• Licensed (or willingness to become licensed) to practice law in Colorado
• 2 – 7 years work experience in a top national or international firm, or sophisticated in-house department.
• Excellent written and verbal skills; adept at communicating complex issues concisely and effectively with attorneys and clients.
• Well-organized and detail-oriented with an outstanding work ethic; should be able to independently manage and successfully prioritize numerous projects under deadline pressure.
• Strong interpersonal skills; can interact professionally with staff, attorneys, and clients.
• Ability to identify legal issues and exercise sound judgment.
• Has strong sense of ownership over projects and proactively looks for ways to improve processes.
• Comfortable with taking direction from others on the legal team.
• Fluency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc.)
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, constantly changing environment with flexibility and sense of humor

• Experience with commercial contracts for technology transactions, including SaaS agreements, software licenses and other commercial agreements. Experience in the field of life sciences is a plus.
• Conduct contract negotiations with minimal supervision.
• Possess excellent conflict resolution skills.

$145,000 – $190,000 annual salary based on experience. Quality performance and hour bonus eligibility begin at 1,300 billable hours with significant business development bonus opportunities for client generation. Other KO benefits include:

• Fully funded employee coverage health care benefits through Cigna, including HSA contribution
• Opportunity to participate in 401K plan with firm match up to 4%
• Annual profit-sharing plan
• Transportation or parking stipend and a monthly technology stipend
• Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• 2-month paid sabbatical after 7 years of service

We’re a results-oriented corporate and transactional law firm with a team of experienced lawyers and a practical, efficient, business-focused approach.

We deliver top notch national corporate and business law experience without the typical high-pressure approach. Our attorneys are routinely recognized by the industry and many of the industries we work in, and have the same prestigious national experience you’ll see at other firms, but the similarities end there.

We have been recognized by the Denver Business Journal with a Best Places to Work award, and we have a great team culture.

The KO team is committed to improving our communities through participation in and support of organizations and causes that make them better. KO has been instrumental in building and supporting the Colorado business and entrepreneurial infrastructure, through ongoing work with Colorado’s incubators and accelerators, teaching at area universities and presenting at legal and business conferences. KO also supports local non-profit and charitable organizations through pro-bono legal services, board service and the firm’s annual charitable giving program.

KO is committed to building an inclusive environment for people of all backgrounds and everyone is encouraged to apply. KO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, national origin, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law.

Contact [email protected] for more information.

This posting is intended to comply with the Colorado Equal Pay Act.