Elite Construction Litigation Associate

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

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing bonus

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Fertility benefits

Paid childcare leave

Job summary

An AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a skilled Associate Attorney to join its Construction Litigation practice in Seattle or Portland. You will represent public owners, developers, architects, engineers, and design professionals on complex construction matters, with a mix of litigation and project counseling.

This role offers high-caliber matters, significant responsibility from the outset, mentorship, and a collaborative culture.

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 experience: 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.

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.
• Develop case strategies and collaborate with partners on high-stakes disputes.

Skills

JD from a top-tier law school

Active Bar Admission WA or OR

3-5 years Construction law

Experience with public owners\,Develop

Litigation drafting\, discovery\, and

Construction contract development

Attention to detail\, multitasking

Strong writing\, research\, and Interp

Education

JD

Job description

An AmLaw 100 firm is seeking a skilled Associate Attorney to join its Construction Litigation practice in Seattle or Portland. You will represent public owners, developers, architects, engineers, and design professionals on complex construction matters, with a mix of litigation and project counseling.

This role offers high-caliber matters, significant responsibility from the outset, mentorship, and a collaborative culture.