Construction Transactions and Litigation Associate - Midlevel

BCG Attorney Search; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement planning

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Annual discretionary bonus eligibility

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a midlevel associate in Portland, Oregon, to join their Real Property practice group. The attorney will support construction and design practices, handling transactional matters and litigation for commercial and public contracts.

The ideal candidate must have at least 3 years of relevant experience, a Juris Doctor degree, and active bar admission in Oregon. Comprehensive benefits are offered, including medical, dental, and PTO.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience with construction and design contracts and related litigation.
• Active bar admission in the state of Oregon.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality work.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating construction and design agreements.
• Advising clients on contract terms and risk allocation.
• Supporting dispute resolution and litigation related to construction projects.

Skills

Strong drafting and negotiation skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a midlevel associate to join its Real Property practice group in Portland, OR. This attorney will support the firm's construction and design practice, handling both transactional matters and litigation involving commercial and public construction and design contracts.

Duties

• Drafting and negotiating construction and design agreements
• Advising clients on contract terms and risk allocation
• Supporting dispute resolution and litigation related to construction projects
• Working with both custom and industry-standard contract forms, including AIA, AGC, and DBIA agreements

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience with construction and design contracts and related litigation in a mid-size or large law firm or in-house legal department
• Active bar admission in, and residency within, the state of the office where the attorney will be based
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills, including experience managing construction transactions and working with AIA, AGC, and DBIA contract forms
• Experience supporting or handling construction-related claims or litigation
• Strong client service orientation and responsiveness
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality work product under partner supervision and direction

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Certifications

Active bar admission in the relevant state

Skills

• Strong drafting and negotiation skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 paid holidays annually
• 401(k) retirement planning
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Voluntary benefits including accident, life, disability, long-term care, and pet insurance
• Commuter and transit programs
• Annual discretionary bonus eligibility