In-House Counsel (Litigation Counsel – Construction Industry)

Highland Consulting Group; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

Highland Consulting Group is seeking an In-House Litigation Counsel to oversee all litigation matters for a leading construction organization in Baltimore, MD. The role encompasses commercial, construction, and administrative disputes with a emphasis on mediation and trial readiness.

You will draft construction-related agreements, coordinate with outside counsel, and lead settlement negotiations. Requires a J.D., Maryland license, and 10+ years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Maryland.
• Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, with at least 5 years representing clients in commercial contracting or the construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage all litigation matters, including commercial, construction, and administrative claims (DEP, EHB, OSHA).
• Lead mediation, arbitration, settlement negotiations, draft construction-related agreements, and oversee outside counsel.

Skills

Licensed to practice law in Maryland

J.D. from a Maryland law school

10+ years of legal experience

Experience in commercial contracting /

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

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Organising Institution / Firm

Highland Consulting Group

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J.D. from an accredited law school; Licensed to practice law in Maryland; Minimum 10 years of legal experience, including 5+ years representing clients in the commercial contracting or construction industry.

Job

Full Opportunity Brief

Title: In-House Counsel (Litigation Counsel - Construction Industry)
Category: Jobs
Organiser: Highland Consulting Group
Location: Baltimore, MD
Description: Highland Consulting Group is partnering with a leading construction organization to recruit an In-House Litigation Counsel. This high-visibility role involves managing all litigation matters, including commercial, construction, and administrative claims (DEP, EHB, OSHA). The selected candidate will lead mediation, arbitration, settlement negotiations, draft construction-related agreements, and oversee outside counsel.
Eligibility:

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in Maryland.
• Minimum of 10 years of legal experience, with at least 5 years representing clients in commercial contracting or the construction industry.
• Strong background in mediation, arbitration, and trial work.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Base Salary: $140,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year.
• Discretionary annual bonus program.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, life insurance, disability, and generous PTO.

Fees: None
Deadline: Not specified
Contact Information: Dave O'Connor (Managing Director) at 724-837-6336 or [e-mail]