Associate Attorney - Construction Law

A bit about us:

We are a local law firm dedicated to providing personalized client attention and exceptional results. We want to meet you, get to know you, and help you navigate the difficult and stressful legal situations you are facing. We enjoy educating our clients as we counsel them with respect to the legal situations facing them. And, we understand how the stress of facing a legal dispute can be compounded when faced with thousands of dollars in legal fees. For that reason, we offer flexible hiring and payment options. Maybe you just want a private one-on-one paid consultation to help you strategize your self-help approach, or maybe you think limited scope representation is all that is needed. We can work within your needs, and of course, if you need traditional full scope legal representation, we are here for you.

Why join us?

• Competitive base salary and overall compensation package
• Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Generous PTO, vacation, sick, and holidays
• Life Insurance coverage
• 401K

Job Details

Job Details:
Our prestigious law firm is seeking a seasoned Permanent Associate Attorney specializing in Construction Law. The successful candidate will be part of a dynamic team that provides comprehensive legal services to our diverse clientele in the construction industry. This position offers the opportunity to work on a wide range of construction-related legal issues, including contract drafting and negotiation, dispute resolution, and risk management. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in construction law, a proven track record in contract law, and a passion for providing top-notch legal advice to our clients.

Responsibilities:
1. Provide legal advice to clients in the construction industry on a wide range of issues including contract law, construction disputes, and risk management.
2. Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts to protect the interests of our clients and minimize potential legal risks.
3. Represent clients in construction disputes, including mediation, arbitration, and litigation.
4. Conduct thorough legal research to support client cases and stay abreast of new laws and regulations in the construction industry.
5. Collaborate with other attorneys in the firm to develop strategies for complex legal issues.
6. Maintain a high level of professionalism and confidentiality in all client interactions.
7. Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients to ensure their satisfaction and generate new business opportunities.

Qualifications:
1. Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
2. A minimum of 5 years of experience in construction law, with a strong focus on contract law.
3. Must be licensed to practice law in the state.
4. Proven track record in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating construction contracts.
5. Excellent litigation skills with experience in representing clients in construction disputes.
6. Strong research skills with the ability to analyze complex legal issues and provide clear, practical advice.
7. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues.
8. Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines without compromising the quality of work.
9. Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to think creatively and strategically to achieve the best outcomes for our clients.
10. A high level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.

This is an exciting opportunity for a seasoned construction law attorney to join our team and contribute to our mission of providing top-notch legal services to our clients. If you meet the above qualifications and are passionate about construction law, we would love to hear from you.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot's policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.

By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy