Public Contracting and Complex Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Bonuses based on billable hours

Health benefits

401(k) with matching contributions

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Public Contracting and Complex Litigation Associate in Los Angeles, CA. The ideal candidate has 4–6 years of experience representing public agencies, focusing on contracting, procurement, construction, and related litigation matters.

The role involves advising CA public agencies on contracting, drafting and negotiating agreements, and litigating public works disputes, with the possibility of CPRA compliance support.

Qualifications

• Experience with California public agency representation.
• Significant litigation experience in public works and construction disputes.
• Strong writing, research, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Client-service orientation and sound judgment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Advise California public agencies on public contracting.
• Draft, review, and negotiate public agency agreements, including professional services and procurement 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 abilities

Research abilities

Analytical skills

Advocacy skills

Client service orientation

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

A law firm seeks a Public Contracting and Complex Litigation Associate in Los Angeles, 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 procurement contracts.
• Litigate California public works and construction disputes, including delay and defective work claims.
• Assist with broader public agency litigation, including CPRA compliance.

Requirements

• Experience with California public agency representation.
• Significant litigation experience in public works and construction disputes.
• Strong writing, research, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Client-service orientation and sound judgment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Skills

• Excellent writing and research abilities.
• Strong analytical and advocacy skills.
• Effective client-service orientation.

Benefits

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