Commercial Lawyer Job Description Template
The Commercial Lawyer will be responsible for advising clients on a wide range of legal issues relating to commercial contracts, company law, competition law, intellectual property law and data protection law. The Commercial Lawyer will also be required to draft and negotiate commercial contracts, advise on the formation and operation of companies, advise on competition compliance issues and represent clients in litigation matters.
Commercial Lawyer Job Responsibilities
- Review and draft contracts, agreements, and other legal documents
- Provide legal advice to clients on a variety of topics
- Conduct research and analysis on legal issues
- Represent clients in court or before government agencies
- Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients
- Prepare wills, trusts, and other estate planning documents
Objectives
- To provide legal advice to clients on a variety of commercial matters
- To draft, review and negotiate commercial contracts
- To advise on the legal implications of proposed business transactions
- To represent clients in court proceedings relating to commercial disputes
- To manage and coordinate teams of lawyers working on large or complex commercial transactions
Commercial Lawyer Job Skills & Qualifications Needed
- The skills and qualifications needed for the role of Commercial Lawyer include:
- A law degree from an accredited university
- Admission to practice law in the jurisdiction in which you will be working
- Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
- Strong oral communication and negotiation skills
- An ability to work independently and as part of a team
- An ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously