Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Ontra
Job overview
The US-Licensed Freelance Corporate Lawyer role at Ontra involves remotely reviewing and negotiating sell-side NDAs for financial services clients, leveraging Ontra's AI-enabled legal technology to streamline contract processes.
Responsibilities and impact
The lawyer will review and negotiate high volumes of sell-side NDAs, engage directly with in-house legal teams remotely, use Ontra's software for contract automation, operate independently on client requests, collaborate with Ontra's internal team, and network with other freelance legal professionals.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have an active US state bar license in good standing and professional indemnity insurance or willingness to obtain it. Preferred skills include experience with sell-side NDAs, financial services clients, business-savvy legal approach, motivation for long-term collaboration, and tech proficiency.
Career development
Ontra offers lawyers the opportunity to build or supplement their private practice, collaborate with the internal team to scale their practice, and engage in a tech-enabled legal career with ongoing support.
Work environment and culture
Ontra supports a fully remote, flexible work environment where lawyers operate independently without traditional administrative burdens, focusing on high-quality legal service delivery with technological innovation.
Company information
Ontra is a legal operating system serving over 600 investment firms, integrating AI and expert lawyers to handle high-volume legal contracts in private markets.
Team overview
Lawyers in Ontra's network work independently but collaborate with Ontra's internal team and other freelance lawyers in a global legal network community.
Job location and travel
This is a fully remote position allowing lawyers to work from any location.
Application process
Applicants can apply directly and request accommodations for the recruitment process by contacting Ontra via email as stated in the job description.
Unique job features
The role uniquely combines legal expertise with AI-driven contract automation technology, enabling lawyers to work flexibly and efficiently while focusing on client relationships.
Company overview
Ontra is a leading provider of contract automation and intelligence solutions for legal and business professionals. They leverage artificial intelligence and machine learning to streamline the contract management process, helping companies reduce costs and improve efficiency. Founded in 2014, Ontra has rapidly grown by offering innovative tools that automate routine legal tasks, allowing legal teams to focus on more strategic activities. Their revenue model primarily includes subscription fees for their software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform, which is used by a wide range of industries to manage their legal documents effectively.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your active US law license and good standing with your state bar, emphasizing your expertise in drafting and negotiating sell-side NDAs as this is central to the role at Ontra.
Focus on showcasing your experience or familiarity with financial services clients like investment banks or asset management firms, along with your client-centric approach and ability to work independently in a remote, tech-enabled environment.
Apply through multiple platforms such as Ontra’s corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure you don't miss any openings or updates related to this freelance position.
Connect with Ontra’s legal network professionals and internal team members on LinkedIn, using ice breakers like commenting on their innovative use of AI in legal workflows or asking how they balance client demands with technology-driven contract automation.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'sell-side NDAs,' 'contract automation,' 'legal-tech,' 'remote freelance lawyer,' and 'client engagement,' ensuring your resume passes initial automated screenings effectively.
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