May 8, 2026

Client Contracts Attorney

CorporateData Privacy

King & Spalding LLP
District of Columbia, Houston, Austin, Dallas, Miami, Denver, Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Chicago, Atlanta, Charlotte

King & Spalding LLPDistrict of Columbia, Houston, Austin, Dallas, Miami, Denver, Los Angeles, Sacramento, San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Chicago, Atlanta, Charlotte

Practice area

Corporate, Data Privacy

PQE

3+ years

Locations

Salary

$145,000-$160,000

Employment type

Full-time

Overview

Serve as a Client Contracts Attorney within the General Counsel’s Conflicts & Business Review Department, focusing on firm-wide client contract management.
Review diverse client-drafted agreements, including outside counsel guidelines, non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), Business Associate Agreements, and Request for Proposal (RFP) terms, to ensure firm compliance.
Draft and revise exceptions to client engagement terms and contracts; communicate identified issues with firm partners and negotiate directly with clients as instructed.
Manage contract version control, finalize agreements through redline comparisons, and oversee the completion of client due diligence requests.
Prepare internal memoranda summarizing provisions of approved client guidelines and manage their posting on the firm's Intranet and the filing of executed contracts.
Requires a Juris Doctorate (J.D.) and an active law license in your current jurisdiction.
A minimum of three years of contract review and negotiations experience is required; knowledge of privacy and data protection laws is preferred.
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (including Word track changes) and document comparison tools. Experience with generative AI tools is preferred.
Candidates must demonstrate strong oral and written communication skills, exceptional attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to proactively manage a heavy workload while adapting to changing priorities.
This is a remote-optional position, subject to firm location approval, with occasional travel to the Atlanta office required.
The annual salary range for New York, Washington D.C., Chicago, Denver, Sacramento, Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Silicon Valley is $145,000-$160,000. The final offer will depend on relevant experience, job location, and other job-related factors.
A comprehensive benefits package includes health and wellness plans, life and disability insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, a 401(k) plan, profit sharing, and substantial Paid Time Off.

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Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

Top recruiter for this opening
Rebecca Glatzer
Legal Recruiter
Major, Lindsey & Africa
Why talk to Rebecca Glatzer?
Billy Padula joined King & Spalding LLP's Charlotte office in the Corporate group.
Rebecca was great! Quickly and easily helped me switch firms and relocate to a top firm in a new market. Really glad I had her in my corner.
Billy Padula
King & Spalding LLP • Charlotte
Top recruiter for this opening
Priya Gulati
Legal Recruiter
Pacific Legal Search
Why talk to Priya Gulati?
Alexis A. joined King & Spalding LLP's Los Angeles office in the Litigation group.
Working with Priya during my job search was a fantastic experience. Her knowledge of and connections in the industry, combined with her attention to detail and organization, made the lateral process as painless as possible. She is an absolute pleasure to work with, and goes above and beyond to make sure you find the perfect role. You’re in good hands with Priya.
Alexis A.
King & Spalding LLP • Los Angeles

Trusted recruiters

Work with a recruiter who has a real relationship with the hiring team and comes recommended by your peers.

Top recruiter for this opening
Rebecca Glatzer
Legal Recruiter
Major, Lindsey & Africa
Why talk to Rebecca Glatzer?
Billy Padula joined King & Spalding LLP's Charlotte office in the Corporate group.
Rebecca was great! Quickly and easily helped me switch firms and relocate to a top firm in a new market. Really glad I had her in my corner.
Billy Padula
King & Spalding LLP • Charlotte
Top recruiter for this opening
Priya Gulati
Legal Recruiter
Pacific Legal Search
Why talk to Priya Gulati?
Alexis A. joined King & Spalding LLP's Los Angeles office in the Litigation group.
Working with Priya during my job search was a fantastic experience. Her knowledge of and connections in the industry, combined with her attention to detail and organization, made the lateral process as painless as possible. She is an absolute pleasure to work with, and goes above and beyond to make sure you find the perfect role. You’re in good hands with Priya.
Alexis A.
King & Spalding LLP • Los Angeles

Last updated: May 9, 2026

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