Public Contracting and Complex Litigation Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Santa Ana (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work arrangement

Discretionary bonuses

Health benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Public Contracting and Complex Litigation Associate for a Santa Ana, CA position. The ideal candidate has 4-6 years of experience representing public agencies in contracting, procurement, and construction matters, and will handle related litigation.

The role emphasizes advisory work for California public agencies, drafting and negotiating contracts, and litigating public works disputes. A JD and CA bar admission are required.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years of experience representing public agencies.
• Admission to the State Bar of California.
• JD degree required.

Responsibilities

• Advise California public agencies on public contracting.
• Draft, review, and negotiate public agency agreements including professional services, engineering, procurement, and technology contracts.
• Litigate California public works and construction disputes including delay, disruption, differing site conditions, defective work, and surety bond claims.
• Assist with broader public agency litigation matters including California Public Records Act compliance and advisory work.

Skills

Excellent writing

Research skills

Analytical abilities

Advocacy skills

Client-service orientation

Independent and collaborative work

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Public Contracting and Complex Litigation Associate in Santa Ana, 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, engineering, procurement, and technology contracts.
• Litigate California public works and construction disputes, including delay, disruption, differing site conditions, defective work, and surety bond claims.
• Assist with broader public agency litigation matters, including California Public Records Act compliance and related advisory work.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of experience representing public agencies.
• 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.