Senior Associate or Counsel in Construction Disputes

BCG Attorney Search; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a senior associate or counsel for its construction and engineering disputes practice in Washington, D.C. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 7 years' experience in commercial litigation, preferably with focus on construction, infrastructure, and energy disputes.

The position involves leading and managing disputes teams, ensuring superior client service, and engaging in both written and oral advocacy. A strong academic background and local bar admission are required, with foreign language skills considered a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in a large law firm setting.
• Significant experience in commercial litigation and/or international arbitration.
• Local bar admission is required.
• Foreign language capabilities are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage disputes teams effectively.
• Provide superior client service and maintain strong client relationships.
• Handle matters and teams in a fast-paced environment.
• Engage in both written and oral advocacy.

Skills

Strong written and oral advocacy skills

Superior attention to client service

Ability to manage fast-paced matters and teams

Education

Outstanding academic credentials

Job description

Overview

A law firm seeks a senior associate or counsel for its construction and engineering disputes practice in Washington, D.C. The role requires a minimum of 7 years' experience in commercial litigation, ideally combined with international arbitration, focusing on construction, infrastructure, and energy disputes.

Duties

• Lead and manage disputes teams effectively
• Provide superior client service and maintain strong client relationships
• Handle matters and teams in a fast‑paced environment
• Engage in both written and oral advocacy

Requirements

• Minimum of 7 years' experience in a large law firm setting
• Significant experience in commercial litigation and/or international arbitration
• Local bar admission is required
• Foreign language capabilities are a plus

Education

Outstanding academic credentials

Skills

• Strong written and oral advocacy skills
• Superior attention to client service
• Ability to manage fast‑paced matters and teams