Public Contracting and Complex Litigation Associate

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Billable-hours bonuses

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks a Public Contracting and Complex Litigation Associate in San Francisco, CA with 4–6 years of experience representing public agencies in contracting, procurement, construction, and related litigation matters. JD and State Bar of California admission are required.

Primary duties include advising on public contracting, drafting and negotiating agreements, litigating public works disputes, and supporting CPRA compliance.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of experience representing public agencies.
• Significant litigation experience in public works and construction disputes.
• 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

Research

Analytical skills

Advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

State Bar of California admission

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Public Contracting and Complex Litigation Associate in San Francisco, 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.
• Significant litigation experience in public works and construction disputes.
• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

State Bar of California admission.

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.