Construction Law Attorney

Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP
Oakland, CA
$140K-$215K a year
Full-time

Burke, Williams & Sorensen’s well-established construction law and public law practice groups are seeking to employ an experienced construction law attorney with significant experience in drafting construction documents and construction-related commercial law contracts;

particularly, within the public contracting context. Responsibilities will include working with various public agencies throughout the State of California to provide advice regarding public works procurement strategies, drafting or revising construction contracts and commercial terms and conditions, bond forms, invitations to bid, and procurement of professional services, as well as related documentation.

Experience in construction law dispute resolution, public and private, desired but not a requisite.

Compensation for associates at Burke ranges from $140,000 $215,000 plus annual performance-based bonuses. Compensation for income partners at Burke ranges from $216,000 $315,000 plus discretionary bonuses.

The actual salaries within those ranges will depend on the selected candidates’ years of practice and experience.

The firm offers a hybrid work arrangement option and an annual telecommute budget to support remote work. The firm’s billable hour requirement is 1850.

Attorneys receive competitive health insurance benefits, 401(k) with a partial match, and are eligible for annual discretionary and billable hour bonuses.

Burke is committed to a culture of inclusion. Our robust DEI Committee runs a Mentor Circles program that helps attorneys navigate through the firm and provides connection and enrichment opportunities, an Education Program that hosts periodic trainings, and a Civic Engagement Program that connects Burke attorneys with civic groups in the communities where we practice law.

Burke also supports attorneys’ business development goals by providing each associate with a yearly budget for attendance at continuing legal education and conferences.

Burke values integrity, diversity, professional growth, and personal fulfillment for everyone working at our firm and we encourage all interested candidates to apply by emailing a cover letter, resume, references, and writing sample to . EOE.

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