Attorney

Hemphill is helping an impressive mid‑sized company with headquarters in Lincoln, and a national footprint hire their first in‑house attorney. This highly profitable growth company is experiencing accelerated growth so they are hiring an attorney to focus on their contracts with clients and sub‑contractors. In this position, you will report to the President while working closely with clients, the client’s attorney, subcontractors, vendors, joint venture partners, and outside counsel if needed.

The main focus of this position will focus on the following:

• Review each client contract & MSA to identify risk, exposure, indemnification, limits to liability, performance guarantees, deliverables, pricing, payment terms, and all other key points then work with the President and client or their attorney to negotiate mutually agreeable terms.
• Work closely with the President while negotiating contract terms and structure that reduces risk while optimizing the company’s position.
• Negotiate contracts with subcontractors and vendors that minimizes risk and positions the company favorably.
• Work closely with the President while negotiating Joint venture partner agreements.
• Once contracts are fully executed, abstract the contract to highlight the most important terms, clauses, and obligations. Work with the accounting and operations teams to ensure all are aware of the most important elements of the contract.
• Provide oversight while making sure the company is in compliance with all contracts.

As a key member of this mid‑sized growth company, you will be at the table contributing to the growth and continued success of this dynamic firm! Enjoy an excellent culture where the focus is doing the right thing and working collaboratively as a team to drive the company to its full potential. This is a very attractive position within an excellent company!

You will enjoy an excellent compensation package including base salary, annual bonus, and a rich benefit package. The best part of this job is the team of co‑workers you get to work with each day!

To learn more about this opportunity on a confidential basis call Todd Luther at  
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