Midlevel Construction and Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hybrid work arrangements

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Portland, Oregon seeks a motivated construction and litigation associate with three to five years of experience to join our team. This hybrid role involves working closely with a collaborative team on complex construction matters.

Candidates should have hands-on experience in construction contracting and litigation, knowledge of insurance law in construction, and strong writing and communication skills; the ability to work independently and in a team is essential.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of relevant experience in construction and litigation.
• Hands-on experience in construction contracting and litigation.
• Knowledge of insurance law as it applies to construction.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Contract negotiation and dispute analysis.
• Motion practice and trial preparation.
• Evaluate insurance coverage and manage tenders.
• Analyze relationships between policyholders and insurers.
• Respond to client needs and manage pending cases.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Dispute analysis

Motion practice

Trial preparation

Insurance law in construction

Communication skills

Writing skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a motivated construction and litigation associate with three to five years of experience to join their team in Portland, Oregon. This hybrid position involves working closely with a collaborative team on complex construction matters.

Duties

• Engage in contract negotiation and dispute analysis.
• Participate in motion practice and trial preparation.
• Evaluate insurance coverage and manage tenders.
• Analyze legal relationships between policyholders and insurers.
• Respond to immediate client needs and manage pending cases.

Requirements

• Three to five years of relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience in construction contracting and litigation.
• Practical knowledge of insurance law in construction.
• Strong communication and writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Membership in the Oregon State Bar.

Skills

• Excellent research and analytical abilities.
• Good judgment and responsiveness.
• Strong analytical skills.

Benefits

• Flexible hybrid work arrangements.
• Opportunities for professional growth.