Public Contracting and Complex Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Bonuses (billable hours)

Health benefits

401(k) with matching

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Public Contracting and Complex Litigation Associate in Irvine, CA with 4-6 years of experience representing public agencies in contracting, procurement, construction, and related litigation matters.

The candidate will advise on public contracting, draft and negotiate contracts, and litigate public works disputes, including CPRA compliance. A CA bar admission and a JD are required; hybrid work is offered.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience representing public agencies.
• Experience in public contracting and litigation.
• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Responsibilities

• Advise California public agencies on public contracting.
• Draft, review, and negotiate public agency agreements, including professional services and technology contracts.
• Litigate California public works and construction disputes, including delay and defective work claims.
• Assist with broader public agency litigation, including CPRA compliance.

Skills

Writing skills

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Advocacy

Client service

Collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Public Contracting and Complex Litigation Associate in Irvine, CA. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of experience representing public agencies, focusing on contracting, procurement, construction, and related litigation matters.

Duties

• Advise California public agencies on public contracting.
• Draft, review, and negotiate public agency agreements, including professional services and technology contracts.
• Litigate California public works and construction disputes, including delay and defective work claims.
• Assist with broader public agency litigation, including CPRA compliance.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of experience representing public agencies.
• Experience in public contracting and litigation.
• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Skills

• Excellent writing, research, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Strong client-service orientation and sound judgment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement.
• Reasonable billable-hour expectations.
• Discretionary and billable-hours bonuses.
• Competitive health benefits.
• 401(k) plan with partial matching contributions.