Construction Associate

Venable LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 215,000 - 355,000; Full time

Job summary

Venable LLP’s New York Real Estate Group seeks a mid-to-senior Construction Associate with at least five years of experience advising clients on construction projects.

The ideal candidate will have significant law firm experience representing owners and developers in all phases of construction of commercial and residential real estate. A strong drafting ability and NY Lien Law knowledge are essential. JD and NY bar in good standing are required.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Admitted to the New York Bar in good standing.
• At least five years in construction/real estate law.
• Experience drafting and negotiating construction agreements.
• Knowledge of NY Lien Law and related construction claims.

Responsibilities

• Advise owners and developers on construction projects.
• Draft and negotiate design, engineering, and construction agreements.
• Resolve construction disputes outside arbitration and litigation.
• Mentor junior associates and contribute to firm citizenship.
• Engage in client education initiatives and business development.

Skills

Drafting agreements

Negotiation

Construction law

Client education

Mentorship

Lien Law

Education

Juris Doctor degree

Bar admission NY

Job description

Venable LLP’s New York Real Estate Group seeks a mid-to-senior-level Construction Associate with at least five years of experience advising clients on construction projects.

The ideal candidate will have significant law firm experience representing owners and developers in all phases of the construction of commercial and residential real estate. Required experience includes drafting and negotiating design, engineering, consulting, and construction agreements, as well as right of entry and access agreements, and closeout agreements. Candidates should also have experience resolving construction-related disputes outside of arbitration and litigation, and advising clients on construction claims. A strong working knowledge of construction case law and the New York Lien Law is essential. Transactional real estate experience – in the areas of development, acquisitions and dispositions, leasing, and/or financing – is a plus.

The successful candidate will have exceptional oral and written communication skills, particularly strong drafting ability, and outstanding academic credentials. Candidates must hold a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and be admitted to and in good standing with the bar of the State of New York. In addition to a solid record of professional achievement, the candidate should demonstrate an interest in participating in client education initiatives and business development presentations, as well as providing mentorship to junior associates and contributing to firm citizenship activities.

Venable LLP is an American Lawyer Global 100 law firm headquartered in Washington, D.C., with offices in California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, New York, and Virginia. Our lawyers and legislative advisors serve domestic and international clients in all areas of corporate and business law, complex litigation, intellectual property, regulatory matters, and government affairs. Additional information can be found at Venable.com.

The anticipated base salary for this position is $215,000 - $355,000 per year. The actual salary offered will be based on a number of job-related factors including, but not limited to, years of related experience, level of education, skills, credentials and certifications, responsibilities, and performance.

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