Government Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; San Rafael (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional growth opportunities

Impactful projects

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Government Associate Attorney in San Rafael, CA, to advise public agency clients on water and transit matters. The role offers collaboration with partners and senior attorneys across California.

The candidate will handle research, drafting contracts, and policy work while developing a niche practice in a dynamic legal team environment.

Qualifications

• California Bar admission required.
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills.
• High level of analytical skills and adaptability in communication.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and develop a niche practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist with legal matters for public agency clients, including competitive bidding and procurement.
• Engage in public works contracting and alternative project delivery.
• Address transparency and open meeting laws, conflict of interest issues, and rate setting.
• Conduct legal research and writing; review and draft contracts.
• Draft policies and resolutions; analyze water law and environmental aspects of projects.
• Support transactions, advice & counsel, and litigation matters for clients.
• Participate in business development efforts, including speaking and networking.

Skills

Strong research writing

Analytical skills

Team player

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Government Associate Attorney with 1-2 years of experience to join their team in San Rafael, California. The role involves working on public agency and water and transit issues, providing an excellent opportunity to collaborate with partners and senior attorneys across California.

Duties

• Assist with legal matters for public agency clients, including competitive bidding and procurement.
• Engage in public works contracting and alternative project delivery.
• Address transparency and open meeting laws, conflict of interest issues, and rate setting.
• Conduct legal research and writing; review and draft contracts.
• Draft policies and resolutions; analyze water law and environmental aspects of projects.
• Support transactions, advice & counsel, and litigation matters for clients.
• Participate in business development efforts, including speaking and networking.

Requirements

• California Bar admission required.
• Strong research, writing, and communication skills.
• High level of analytical skills and adaptability in communication.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and develop a niche practice.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• California Bar admission.

Skills

• Excellent organizational and detail-oriented skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset and problem-solving abilities.
• Team player with ambition and practical approach.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Participation in impactful projects within a collaborative environment.