Public Contracting and Complex Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Discretionary bonuses

Competitive health benefits

401(k) with partial matching

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Oakland, CA seeks a Public Contracting and Complex Litigation Associate with 4–6 years of experience to represent public agencies in contracting, procurement, and related litigation. The role emphasizes drafting and negotiating public contracts, handling public works disputes, CPRA compliance, and providing independent, collaborative support within a team of attorneys.

Candidates should possess strong writing and advocacy skills and demonstrate the ability to manage

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of California.
• 4–6 years of experience representing public agencies, focusing on contracting, procurement, and related litigation.
• Experience with California public agencies and CPRA compliance is a plus.

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 public agency litigation matters, including CPRA compliance.

Skills

Writing

Research

Analytical thinking

Advocacy

Client-service orientation

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Public Contracting and Complex Litigation Associate in Oakland, 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 public agency litigation matters, including CPRA compliance.

Requirements

• Experience with California public agencies and contracting.
• 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 skills.
• Strong analytical and advocacy abilities.
• 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.