Overview
Direct Counsel is seeking a Construction Associate Attorney to join a national Am Law firm.
Locations : Atlanta, Austin, Baltimore, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Miami, New York, Philadelphia, Reston (VA), Washington DC, Wilmington (DE)
Responsibilities
- Drafting and negotiating industry-standard and bespoke construction, design, EPC, and development agreements across multiple sectors
- Providing strategic counsel to clients on claims management, change orders, extra work claims, delay issues, and construction defect disputes
- Supporting construction litigation and arbitration matters : drafting pleadings, handling discovery, assisting with depositions, and participating in mediations / hearings
Qualifications
JD from a nationally recognized law schoolAdmitted to practice in the jurisdiction where applyingMinimum 3 years of relevant construction law experienceStrong analytical, writing, and communication skillsAbility to balance multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environmentCollaborative team player with demonstrated business judgmentCompensation
$260,000 – $310,000, commensurate with experience, plus comprehensive medical, retirement, and wellness benefits.
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