Commercial Contracts Attorney - M&A Diligence

Role Title: Commercial Contracts Attorney — M&A Diligence

Role Type: Contractor

Location: Remote

micro1 is engaging Commercial Contracts Attorneys — M&A Diligence to contribute their legal acumen to an innovative customer project. In this role, you'll apply your expertise to help train next-generation AI systems. Your work will shape how models learn, reason, and perform through high-quality, real-world input. No prior experience in AI is required — your domain knowledge is what matters.

Scope of Work

• Review and analyze complex commercial agreements and real-world M&A diligence scenarios to inform the design of advanced AI-assisted legal tools.
• Assess and annotate contractual provisions including change-of-control, assignment, termination, exclusivity, MFN, indemnification, and renewal terms.
• Differentiate and articulate material contract risks versus standard boilerplate, providing concise written rationales.
• Deliver structured, high-quality written feedback to enhance AI systems supporting transaction and deal professionals.
• Evaluate the severity of identified issues within the context of realistic M&A transactions.
• Apply practical judgment to commercial lease agreements and other relevant contract types as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in commercial contract drafting, negotiation, or diligence review at a law firm or in-house setting.
• Extensive background reviewing contracts in virtual data rooms during live M&A transactions (essential).
• Deep familiarity with provisions governing deal risk such as change-of-control, assignment, and termination mechanics.
• Experience conducting or managing diligence at a major firm or managed review context.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex legal risk clearly and precisely.
• JD and active bar membership (or equivalent legal qualification in your jurisdiction).
• Exposure to SaaS/technology commercial agreements and contract analytics tools (preferred but not required).