Hybrid Legal Counsel - Architecture & Design

NPAworldwide; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 135,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

NPAworldwide is partnering with a renowned NYC architecture firm to recruit a Legal Counsel. The role focuses on drafting and negotiating owner-architect agreements, managing insurance programs, and mitigating design and construction risks for the practice.

Ideal candidates hold a JD, active bar admission, 4–7 years in construction or design liability, and strong knowledge of architecture lifecycle and multi-state licensing. Hybrid, primarily in-office with a remote day.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active State Bar admission in good standing.
• 4–7 years of legal experience in construction, real estate, or design liability.
• Deep understanding of architectural/interior design lifecycle and related risks.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review, and negotiate owner-architect, interior design, consultant, and vendor contracts.
• Manage the firm's insurance portfolio, including professional liability and CGL/EPLI.
• Identify and resolve design liability, construction disputes, and delay claims.
• Protect proprietary designs and assets via IP protections and NDAs.
• Monitor compliance and multi-state licensing requirements for designers and architects.

Skills

Contract Management

Negotiation

Risk Assessment

Intellectual Property

Regulatory Compliance

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Tools

AIA Contract Documents

Job description

NPAworldwide is partnering with a renowned NYC architecture firm to recruit a Legal Counsel. The role focuses on drafting and negotiating owner-architect agreements, managing insurance programs, and mitigating design and construction risks for the practice.

Ideal candidates hold a JD, active bar admission, 4–7 years in construction or design liability, and strong knowledge of architecture lifecycle and multi-state licensing. Hybrid, primarily in-office with a remote day.