What are the responsibilities and job description for the URGENT HIRE* Contract Attorney position at Pathways To Resilience?
Position: Contract Attorney
Salary: Depending on Qualifications Job Type: Contract (11 months)
Location: Houston, TX Job Number: 2025-08
Department: Legal Division: Administration Services
Opening Date: 02/11/2025 Closing Date: 02/17/2025
Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Contract Attorney to assist with legal matters related to our LLC operations and provide probate law expertise. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of both business law and probate, with the ability to provide actionable legal advice in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Responsibilities:
· Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements with Contract Sales Manager (e.g., vendor contracts, client agreements, non-disclosure agreements).
· Advise on corporate governance matters, including member agreements, LLC structure, and internal policies.
· Ensure compliance with applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
· Assist in dispute resolution and litigation support if needed.
· Provide legal guidance on intellectual property, employment law, and other business-related legal issues.
· Draft and review wills, trusts, and estate planning documents.
· Assist in the probate process, including petitioning the court, representing the LLC, and ensuring proper distribution of assets.
· Handle contested and uncontested probate matters, including the administration of estates and trusts.
· Guide LLC through the probate process, including tax implications and creditor claims.
Qualifications:
· Must reside in Houston Harris County, Texas or surrounding areas.
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- Active bar membership in Harris County- Houston, TX.
- Proven experience in business and contract law, particularly with LLCs.
- Strong experience in probate law, including estate planning and administration.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks with deadlines.
- Previous experience in a contract attorney or in-house counsel role preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:
· Analytical mindset with the ability to track and optimize performance metrics.
· Experience managing federal and state grants, including compliance and reporting.
Duration: This is a contract-based position, with the potential for extension based on business needs.
Benefits:
· Competitive salary based on experience.
· Professional development opportunities.
· Flexible hours.
· Work from home (temporarily).
How to Apply: Interested candidates should submit their application, resume, and a cover letter to contact@p2rconsulting.com. Please include " Contract Attorney Application - [Your Name]" in the subject line.
Pathways to Resilience, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $45.60 - $52.44 per hour
Expected hours: 2 – 10 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: Remote
Salary : $46 - $52