Associate Attorney jobs in the United States

The Associate Attorney provides legal advice to an organization, prepares resolutions, reports, guidelines and participates in major legal actions. Reviews contracts involving leases, licenses, purchases, sales, insurance, etc., and reviews drafts of various agreements and documents. Being an Associate Attorney participates in Legal department initiatives such as template agreement development and recommends to senior management on how to respond to legal issues or proposed changes in laws and regulations. Works closely with other departments to foresee and protect company against legal risks. In addition, Associate Attorney requires a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and may require admittance to a state bar. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. Being an Associate Attorney work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Working as an Associate Attorney typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2021 Salary.com)