Construction Litigation Associate Attorney -OR/WA

Zaddy Solutions; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 210,000 - 305,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fertility benefits

16 weeks paid childcare leave

Professional development resources

Job summary

Zaddy Solutions is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Construction Litigation practice in Portland, OR or Seattle, WA. The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of construction law experience, a JD from a top-tier law school, and active bar admission in WA or OR.

The role focuses on high-profile construction disputes, contract development, and complex litigation across multiple jurisdictions. Represent clients in litigation, arbitration, and mediation, while drafting contracts and pleadings,

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in Washington or Oregon or ability to waive in.
• 3–5 years of substantive experience in construction law.
• Experience representing public owners, developers, architects, engineers, and/or design firms.
• Litigation experience: drafting, discovery, motion practice, and court appearances.
• Strong background in construction litigation and contract development.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple matters.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex construction litigation, arbitration, mediation, and dispute resolution proceedings.
• Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts and related project documentation.
• Draft pleadings, prepare discovery, and manage motion practice in high-stakes litigation.
• Collaborate with partners and clients in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.
• Advise owners, developers, architects, engineers, and design professionals on legal issues.
• Manage cases through all stages of litigation, including discovery, trial prep, and appeals.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda, motions, briefs, and other documents.
• Develop case strategies in collaboration with partners on high-stakes disputes.

Skills

Construction law

Litigation

Drafting

Discovery

Court appearances

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Job description

CONSTRUCTION LITIGATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Location: Portland, OR/ Seattle, WA

A prestigious AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a skilled and driven Associate Attorney to join its highly regarded Construction Litigation practice in Seattle or Portland. This is an exceptional opportunity to work with a premier team representing public owners, developers, architects, engineers, and design professionals in complex construction matters. The practice offers a sophisticated mix of litigation and project counseling work, including contract development and dispute resolution for major construction projects.

Candidate Profile

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in Washington or Oregon, in good standing, or the ability to waive in, is required.
• 3-5 years of substantive experience in construction law.
• Experience representing public owners, developers, architects, engineers, and/or design firms in complex construction matters
• Litigation Experience: Excel in drafting, discovery, motion practice, and court appearances for complex business disputes.
• Strong background in construction litigation and construction contract development
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple matters effectively
• Soft Skills: Excellent writing, research, and interpersonal skills

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex construction litigation, arbitration, mediation, and other dispute resolution proceedings
• Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts and related project documentation
• Draft pleadings, prepare discovery, and manage motion practice in high-stakes litigation.
• Collaborate closely with partners and clients in a fast-paced, team-driven environment
• Advise owners, developers, architects, engineers, and design professionals on legal issues arising throughout the lifecycle of construction projects
• Manage cases through all stages of litigation, including fact development, discovery, motion practice, trial preparation, and appeals
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda, motions, briefs, and other litigation-related documents
• Develop case strategies and collaborate with partners on high-stakes disputes

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to join one of the nation's leading construction litigation practices and work on sophisticated, high-profile matters involving complex construction projects. Attorneys in this group enjoy meaningful client interaction, substantial responsibility, and direct exposure to challenging legal issues from the outset. The firm fosters a collegial and collaborative culture that emphasizes mentorship, professional development, and long-term career growth, providing attorneys with the resources and support needed to build a thriving practice.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Compensation: Includes an annual salary range of $210,000 – $305,000, commensurate with experience and market conditions.
• Profit-sharing bonus program.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; 401(k) retirement savings plan; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; health savings account; firm-subsidized emergency child and elder care; parental leave; an employee assistance program; and pre-tax transportation benefits.
• Additional perks include fertility benefits, 16 weeks of paid childcare leave, and professional development resources, among others.

Equal Opportunity Employer