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Associate Attorney (Construction Law & Litigation)

$260k - $420k

Aligned Talent Acquisition

Seattle | Hybrid

Construction Litigation Associate Attorney

AmLaw 50 Opportunity

Compensation

$260,000 – $420,000+

A premier global law firm is seeking a Construction Litigation Associate Attorney to join its Seattle office.

This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing owners, developers, contractors, design professionals, and major commercial clients in sophisticated construction and infrastructure disputes.

Ideal Background

3–6 years of construction litigation or complex commercial litigation experience gained at a sophisticated law firm

Experience handling construction disputes, including contract claims, delay and disruption claims, defective construction and design claims, payment disputes, change order disputes, and construction defect litigation

Experience representing owners, developers, general contractors, subcontractors, architects, engineers, lenders, or sureties

Experience managing all phases of litigation, including drafting pleadings, dispositive motions, discovery, depositions, hearings, mediation, arbitration, and trial preparation

Experience litigating matters in state and federal courts, as well as construction arbitration forums such as the AAA, is preferred

Experience reviewing and interpreting construction contracts, design agreements, EPC agreements, and related project documentation

Strong legal research, writing, analytical, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills

Ability to independently manage sophisticated litigation matters while maintaining significant client interaction

Excellent academic credentials

J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required

Washington bar admission required or ability to become admitted

Why This Opportunity

Premier global Construction Litigation practice

Sophisticated commercial construction and infrastructure disputes

Significant client interaction and early responsibility

Opportunity to represent leading developers, contractors, owners, and engineering firms

Strong mentorship and professional development

Collaborative AmLaw 50 environment

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