Legal Counsel - Commercial

Legora•New York, NY

4d•$192,000 - $220,000•Onsite

About The Position

Legora is redefining how legal work gets done. Our AI-native workspace lets legal professionals move faster, think more clearly, and operate with sharper precision. We work alongside the world’s best legal teams, who expect excellence, precision, and speed, and we hold ourselves to the same bar. As a Commercial Counsel, you will play a central role in supporting one of the fastest-growing legal technology companies globally. You will work closely with our commercial teams, advising on a broad range of matters with a primary focus on drafting and negotiating commercial contracts. This role requires a high degree of independence and the ability to operate across multiple time zones, partnering closely with stakeholders to enable deals while managing risk. Legora’s legal function is a forward-deployed, AI-first team working across multiple jurisdictions and legal disciplines. We act as trusted partners to the business, with particular focus on product development, operations, and commercial initiatives. Beyond strong legal judgment, we value curiosity, problem-solving, and a proactive mindset — looking for pragmatic solutions as we help redefine how legal work is done globally.

Requirements

J.D. (or equivalent) with admission to practice in at least one U.S. state (or another common law jurisdiction).
4+ years of experience at a top-tier law firm and/or as an in-house legal counsel.
Strong experience negotiating B2B SaaS agreements and supporting commercial teams. You’re an excellent negotiator.
Strong legal judgment and confidence in making decisions independently.
Experience in handling corporate matters and drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements.
Your focus is on achieving meaningful business outcomes, translating into actionable advice delivered clearly and comprehensively.
You thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic entrepreneurial environment and rapidly evolving business setting. You take initiative and are committed to delivering high-quality results. You are comfortable working independently and can effectively manage work across different time zones.
You are excited about the potential of technology to transform the legal industry. You have a keen interest in AI and legal tech, and you are eager to learn and apply these tools in real-world settings.

Nice To Haves

Experience with data privacy matters, IT security and/or corporate law is a plus.

Responsibilities

Act as a commercial legal partner to the business, working closely with senior stakeholders in Growth, Operations, and Procurement on customer and supplier engagements.
Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of customer and supplier contracts, with a strong focus on closing deals efficiently and pragmatically.
Advise on commercial risk allocation, pricing structures, liability, and contractual protections within customer and supplier agreements.
Support go-to-market and procurement activities by enabling scalable, repeatable commercial contracting practices.
Address data protection and compliance considerations primarily within the context of customer and supplier contracts, ensuring risks are appropriately managed without slowing execution.
Develop and maintain commercial templates, playbooks, and guidelines to standardise negotiations and improve deal velocity.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision
Multiple medical plan options through Aetna and Kaiser Permanente
HSA or Healthcare FSA (based on plan selection)
Dental plans via MetLife
Vision plans via Vision Care
Generous parental leave
Free access to Maven Clinic
Dependent Care FSA
Free One Medical membership for employees and dependents
Pre-tax commuter benefits
Life Insurance + STD/LTD
401(K) with generous company match
Unlimited PTO
Robust voluntary benefits, including identity protection (via Aura), legal coverage via MetLife, pet savings programs, and more