Junior Construction Attorney - Complex Projects & Disputes

Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP; New York (NY); On-site; USD 235,000 - 365,000; Full time

Job summary

Holland & Knight's Construction Practice Group in New York is seeking a junior associate with 2-5 years of construction law experience to support transactional work and disputes.

The role focuses on drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex construction, license and design related agreements; involves project counseling, risk management and opportunities for direct client interaction on high-profile developments.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of relevant construction experience.
• Experience with large infrastructure projects preferred.
• Admission to the New York Bar or ability to waive in.
• Strong academic credentials and writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Draft, review and negotiate complex construction, license and design-related contracts.
• Support disputes, claims avoidance, project counseling, litigation and arbitration.
• Interact with clients and coordinate project teams on high-profile developments.
• Assist with risk management and coordination among owners, developers, contractors, and design professionals.

Skills

Construction experience

Infrastructure projects

Education

New York Bar admission or ability to waive

Job description

Holland & Knight's Construction Practice Group in New York is seeking a junior associate with 2-5 years of construction law experience to support transactional work and disputes.

The role focuses on drafting, reviewing and negotiating complex construction, license and design related agreements; involves project counseling, risk management and opportunities for direct client interaction on high-profile developments.