Public Contracting and Complex Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Palm Desert (CA); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Job summary

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

Responsibilities include advising agencies on contracting, drafting and negotiating public-sector agreements, litigating public works disputes, and assisting with CPRA compliance. The role offers a hybrid work arrangement and competitive health benefits.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience with 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.
• Litigate California public works and construction disputes.
• Assist with CPRA compliance in public agency matters.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Tools

Public contracting

Litigation for public agencies

Contract drafting

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Public Contracting and Complex Litigation Associate in Palm Desert, 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 with public agencies.
• Experience in public contracting and litigation.
• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• State Bar of California admission.

Skills

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

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement.
• Competitive health benefits.
• 401(k) plan with partial matching contributions.