Construction Litigation Associate Attorney -OR/WA

H. T. PROF Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 210,000 - 305,000; Full time

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group is seeking a skilled Construction Litigation Associate Attorney to join its Seattle or Portland practice.

The candidate will handle sophisticated matters for public owners, developers, architects, engineers, and design professionals, combining litigation with project counseling on contract development. Ideal candidates hold a JD from a top-tier law school, active WA or OR bar admission, and 3–5 years of construction-law experience, with strong drafting, discovery, and courtroom

Qualifications

• 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.
• 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: drafting, discovery, motion practice, and court appearances for complex business disputes.
• Strong background in construction litigation and contract development.

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.
• Advise owners, developers, architects, engineers, and design professionals on legal issues throughout construction lifecycle.
• 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 documents.

Skills

Litigation experience

Legal drafting

Discovery management

Client collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Tools

Westlaw or Lexis

Job description

Construction Litigation Associate Attorney -OR/WA

Location Portland, WA

Type Direct Hire

ID GA157-2756486

Posted Jul 22, 2026

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.

• Competitive Compensation: Includes an annual salary range of $210,000 – $305,000, commensurate with experience and market conditions.
• 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.

Application Requirements

Our client is an Equal Opportunity Employer.