Construction Law Counsel — Hybrid Schedule & Growth

Orionplacement; Toms River (NJ); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orionplacement is seeking a construction law attorney to join its respected legal team in New Jersey. The role handles construction disputes, contract matters, litigation, arbitration, and project counseling, with a focus on practical legal strategy and client service.

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement with one remote day per week, a salary range of $150,000 to $220,000 per year, and opportunities to take ownership of matters while developing deep construction law expertise.

Qualifications

• Active New Jersey bar license in good standing.
• 2+ years of construction law experience.
• A book of business is preferred.
• Experience with construction disputes, contracts, litigation, or related project counseling.
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters and work effectively in a collaborative environment.
• Strong judgment, attention to detail, and commitment to client service.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in construction disputes, contract matters, and related commercial litigation.
• Analyze and advise on construction contracts, project issues, claims, and risk.
• Handle matters involving construction litigation, arbitration, mediation, and dispute resolution.
• Draft and review contracts, pleadings, motions, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop effective strategies for complex construction matters.
• Communicate directly with clients and provide practical, business-focused legal guidance.
• Collaborate with attorneys and other professionals to manage matters efficiently and deliver high-quality results.
• Develop deeper expertise across construction law while taking increasing ownership of client matters.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Client service mindset

Collaboration

Education

New Jersey bar license

Job description

Orionplacement is seeking a construction law attorney to join its respected legal team in New Jersey. The role handles construction disputes, contract matters, litigation, arbitration, and project counseling, with a focus on practical legal strategy and client service.

This position offers a hybrid work arrangement with one remote day per week, a salary range of $150,000 to $220,000 per year, and opportunities to take ownership of matters while developing deep construction law expertise.