Surety and Construction Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Dental care

Vision care

Life insurance

401K plan

Vacation and sick time

Parking allowance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an Associate Attorney to join the surety and construction group in Beaumont, TX. The practice concentrates on litigation in state and federal courts, counseling, dispute resolution, and contract drafting and negotiation.

Candidates must be licensed and in good standing with the Texas bar. Responsibilities include litigating in state and federal courts, providing counseling, drafting and negotiating construction contracts, and collaborating with attorneys and clients.

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with the Texas bar.
• Two+ years of experience in surety and construction litigation.
• Practical or legal knowledge of the construction industry.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Engage in litigation in state and federal courts.
• Provide counseling and dispute resolution services.
• Draft and negotiate construction contracts and related documents.
• Collaborate with attorneys, team members, consultants, and clients.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney with over two years of experience to join the surety and construction group in Beaumont, TX. The practice focuses on litigation in state and federal courts, counseling, dispute resolution, and contract drafting and negotiation. Candidates must be licensed and in good standing with the Texas bar.

Duties

• Engage in litigation in state and federal courts.
• Provide counseling and dispute resolution services.
• Draft and negotiate construction contracts and related documents.
• Collaborate with attorneys, team members, consultants, and clients.

Requirements

• Licensed and in good standing with the Texas bar.
• Practical or legal knowledge of the construction industry.
• Experience with construction disputes and mechanics' liens preferred.
• Superb written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent academic credentials.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Texas.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

Benefits

• Health insurance with optional HSA/FSA.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Dental and vision care.
• Life insurance.
• 401K plan.
• Vacation and sick time.
• Parking/public transportation allowance.
• Employee assistance program.