Mid-level Construction Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm is seeking a Mid-level Construction Litigation Associate in Chicago. The ideal candidate will possess two years of business litigation experience and ideally have exposure to construction law. Responsibilities include managing litigation matters, negotiating agreements, and conducting legal research. This position offers a competitive salary with bonus potential of up to $80,000 and unlimited PTO.

Benefits

Unlimited PTO

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of recent business litigation experience.
• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.
• Exposure to construction law preferred.

Responsibilities

• Handle commercial construction litigation matters.
• Negotiate and draft design and construction agreements.
• Oversee the investigation and management of large document collections.

Skills

Legal research

Writing skills

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

Mid-level Construction Litigation Associate

Company name
BCG Attorney Search

Experience
1-8 yrs required

Location
Chicago, IL, United States

Posted on
May 01, 2025

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Job Overview:
A reputable law firm is seeking a mid-level Construction Litigation Associate for its Chicago office. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of business litigation experience, some exposure to construction law, and a background in engineering or technical fields. This role requires experience with managing large document collections, electronic discovery, and litigation support.

Duties:

Handle commercial construction litigation matters, including delay and impact claims, mechanics lien claims, and construction surety bond claims.

Negotiate and draft design and construction agreements.

Manage construction defect claims and insurance coverage issues related to construction claims.

Conduct depositions, pretrial preparations, and trial representation as needed.

Oversee the investigation, management, and discovery of large collections of documents and data files.

Requirements:

Minimum of 2 years of recent business litigation experience.

Exposure to construction law is preferred.

Strong writing skills and excellent academic credentials.

Licensed to practice law in Illinois.

Experience with electronic discovery processes.

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

Skills:

Strong legal research and writing abilities.

Excellent negotiation and drafting skills for construction agreements.

Ability to manage complex litigation matters effectively.

Technical background in design or construction is a plus.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Bonus potential of up to $80,000 based on experience and performance.

Unlimited PTO.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
200 South Wacker Drive, 31st Floor
Chicago
Illinois
United States 60606
Phone : [phone]
Fax : [phone]