Construction Litigation Associate: High-Impact Project Counsel

Ashton North LLC; 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

Ashton North LLC is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Construction Litigation practice, with opportunities in Portland, OR or Seattle, WA. The ideal candidate will have a JD from a top-tier law school, active admission in WA or OR, and 3–5 years of construction law experience.

The role involves handling complex disputes for public owners, developers, and design professionals. You will draft pleadings, manage discovery, and lead negotiations on contracts and project documentation, working

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in Washington or Oregon, in good standing, or ability to waive in.
• 3–5 years of substantive experience in construction law.

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 with partners and clients in a fast-paced, team-driven environment.
• Advise owners, developers, architects, engineers, and design professionals on legal issues throughout construction projects.

Skills

Construction litigation

Drafting

Discovery

Motion practice

Contract development

Client counseling

Education

JD from a top-tier law school

Job description

Ashton North LLC is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Construction Litigation practice, with opportunities in Portland, OR or Seattle, WA. The ideal candidate will have a JD from a top-tier law school, active admission in WA or OR, and 3–5 years of construction law experience.

The role involves handling complex disputes for public owners, developers, and design professionals. You will draft pleadings, manage discovery, and lead negotiations on contracts and project documentation, working