Construction Attorney | Litigation or Transactional in Sarasota

Energy Jobline ZR; Sarasota (FL); Presencial; USD 150.000 - 200.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health and dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan with employer matching

Wellness programs

Perks platform with discounts

Mentorship and leadership development

Descripción de la vacante

Williams Parker, the region’s largest and oldest law firm founded in 1925, seeks an experienced Construction Attorney to join our Sarasota, Florida team. You will handle contracts, risk management, bid protests, and dispute resolution for construction projects, collaborating with attorneys across practices to deliver comprehensive legal solutions.

Ideal candidates have a Juris Doctorate and 7+ years in construction litigation, with admission to the Florida Bar or plans to pursue admission.

Formación

• Strong knowledge of construction law and 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 environment.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for complex legal concepts.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in construction litigation.
• Admission to the Florida Bar or plan to become a member soon.

Responsabilidades

• Handle a wide range of construction matters, including contracts, risk management, and regulatory compliance.
• Counsel clients and collaborate with attorneys across practice areas to provide comprehensive legal solutions.
• Assist with bid protests and dispute resolution as part of the construction practice.

Conocimientos

Construction law

Contract negotiation

Dispute resolution

Regulatory compliance

Client service

Florida Bar admission

Educación

Juris Doctorate

Descripción del empleo

Job DescriptionJob 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.

Requirements

• 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

Benefits

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 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 and local discounts
• Wellness programs supporting physical, mental, and professional well‑being