Public Contracting and Complex Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Riverside (CA); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Bonuses

Health benefits

401(k) matching

Job summary

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

The role includes advising public agencies on contracting, drafting and negotiating agreements, litigating public works disputes, and supporting CPRA compliance. A JD and CA Bar admission are required, with a hybrid work arrangement.

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

Public contracting

Litigation

Legal writing

Client service

Independent and collaborative work

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Public Contracting and Complex Litigation Associate in Riverside, 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.