Associate Attorney - Construction Contracts

Siegfried Rivera PA; Coral Gables (FL); Presencial; USD 140.000 - 210.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Descripción de la vacante

Siegfried Rivera is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to focus on construction contracts in Coral Gables, FL. The role involves drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex contracts for sophisticated clients, with opportunities to expand both legal skills and client relationships.

The ideal candidate has at least five years of relevant experience, strong writing and negotiation abilities, and a proactive approach.

Formación

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with The Florida Bar.
• At least five (5) years of relevant legal experience.
• Significant contract drafting and negotiation experience; construction experience strongly preferred.
• Excellent writing, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proactive, motivated, and comfortable taking responsibility for matters.

Responsabilidades

• Draft, review, revise, and negotiate construction contracts and related agreements across projects.
• Identify legal and business risks and develop practical solutions.
• Work directly with attorneys and clients on contract negotiations and issues.
• Conduct legal research and prepare correspondence, memoranda, and other documents.
• Independently manage assignments and deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and provide practical legal advice.

Conocimientos

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Construction contracts

Client relationships

Legal research

Attention to detail

Educación

J.D. from accredited law school

Active Florida Bar membership

Descripción del empleo

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Associate Attorney - Construction Contracts

Staff Full-time Regular Coral Gables, FL, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1060

Siegfried Rivera is seeking an experienced Contract Attorney with at least five (5) years of experience drafting, reviewing, and negotiating contracts, with a strong background in construction contracts. The position offers the opportunity to work on a wide variety of complex construction and development matters for sophisticated clients and to further develop both legal skills and client relationships.

The successful candidate will be a motivated self-starter who takes initiative, exercises sound judgment, and is eager to continue developing as an attorney and trusted client advisor. The position offers the opportunity to handle meaningful contract drafting and negotiations, work closely with experienced attorneys and clients, and build substantive expertise and long-term client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Draft, review, revise, and negotiate construction contracts and related agreements across a broad range of projects.
• Identify legal and business risks and develop practical solutions consistent with client objectives.
• Work directly with attorneys and clients on contract negotiations, interpretation, and project-related issues.
• Conduct legal research and prepare correspondence, memoranda, and other legal documents.
• Independently manage assignments and competing deadlines with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships and provide responsive, practical legal advice.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active membership in good standing with The Florida Bar.
• At least five (5) years of relevant legal experience.
• Significant contract drafting and negotiation experience; construction experience strongly preferred.
• Excellent writing, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proactive, motivated, and comfortable taking responsibility for matters.
• Strong interest in professional growth and developing client relationships.
• Knowledge of construction, community association, construction lien, and surety law is a plus.

Siegfried Rivera offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. All inquiries and submissions will be kept strictly confidential. Siegfried Rivera is an equal opportunity employer.