Construction Attorney | Litigation or Transactional

Williams Parker; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Market-leading compensation

Mentorship and leadership development

Health and disability insurance

Vision and dental insurance

Firm-paid life insurance

Retirement savings plan

Perks platform

Wellness programs

Job summary

Williams Parker in Sarasota, FL, seeks an experienced Construction Attorney with litigation or transactional practice to join a dynamic team. You will handle construction contracts, project counseling, risk management, bid protests, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution for clients navigating complex projects.

The position requires a Juris Doctorate and admission to the Florida Bar (or willingness to sit for the Bar).

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in construction litigation.
• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Florida Bar or willingness to become a member of The Florida Bar in the near future.

Responsibilities

• Handle construction matters including contract negotiation, project counseling, risk management, bid protests, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution.
• Collaborate with clients to ensure project compliance with legal requirements and resolve issues that arise during construction.
• Work with attorneys from various practice areas to provide comprehensive legal solutions to clients.

Skills

Construction law

Litigation

Contract negotiation

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Williams Parker, the region’s largest and oldest law firm founded in 1925, is seeking an experienced Construction Attorneys with litigation or transactional practices to join our dynamic and thriving team in Sarasota, Florida. Whether you are already licensed to practice law in Florida - or planning to relocate and willing to sit for the Florida Bar in the near future - you are encouraged to apply.

As a Construction Attorney at Williams Parker, you will handle a wide range of legal matters related to construction projects, including contract negotiation, project counseling, risk management, bid protests, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution. You will work closely with clients to ensure their projects comply with legal and regulatory requirements and help them navigate through any issues that may arise during the construction process. Additionally, you will be an integral part of our team, collaborating with attorneys from various practice areas to provide comprehensive legal solutions to our clients.

For more information about our Construction practice, click here.

• Strong knowledge of construction law, including experience with contract negotiation and dispute resolution
• Experience advising clients on construction-related contracts, regulatory compliance, and risk management
• Dedication to client service excellence in a fast-paced, collegial, and engaging environment
• Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and effectively manage priorities
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to clients and colleagues
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in construction litigation
• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the Florida Bar or willingness to become a member of The Florida Bar in the near future

At Williams Parker, you will play a meaningful role in advancing the firm’s continued success while benefiting from a platform designed to support long‑term professional growth and sustained excellence. You will join a collaborative team of accomplished attorneys and professionals who have built Williams Parker’s reputation as both a leading law firm and an exceptional place to practice. We offer a competitive total rewards package that includes:

• Market‑leading compensation aligned with experience, expertise, and contributions
• Complex, sophisticated matters that require strategic judgment and deep subject‑matter knowledge
• Thoughtful integration into firm practices, with access to mentorship, leadership development, and cross‑practice collaboration
• Comprehensive health and disability insurance coverage
• Vision and dental insurance programs
• Firm‑paid life insurance, with options to purchase additional coverage
• Employer‑sponsored retirement savings plan with employer contributions
• Perks platform providing access to more than 30,000 national and local discounts
• Wellness programs supporting physical, mental, and professional well‑being