Real Estate Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Phoenix, AZ, is seeking a talented Real Estate Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a JD degree and at least 2 years of experience in construction contracting and development. This role involves providing transactional and litigation support across various industry sectors, focusing on design, construction, and development agreements.

Job Duties:

• Draft and negotiate design, construction, and development agreements in diverse industry sectors.
• Provide strategic advice to clients on claims management, change orders, extra work claims, delay, and construction defect claims.
• Assist in litigation and arbitration matters, including drafting pleadings, discovery, and motions and preparing for depositions, mediations, and hearings.
• Communicate verbally and in writing with clients, legal teams, and third parties.
• Produce high-quality work products and meet deadlines consistently.
• Comply with firm policies and practices, fostering positive work relationships.

Requirements:

• JD degree and admission to the AZ Bar.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in construction contracting and related development.
• Familiarity with industry form agreements (e.g., AIA forms).
• Strong analytical, writing, and research skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities.
• Prior experience with litigation or arbitration preferred.
• Good business judgment and attention to detail.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Arizona State Bar.

Skills:

• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Strong business judgment and negotiation skills.

Benefits: The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance and 401(k) matching.

This Amlaw firm is best known for allowing its associates to find a balanced work load that best suites them. As a result, the company operates with an entrepreneurial culture, offers flexible face-time, and values diversity and a work space inclusive of everyone. This firm is also one that values pro-bono work?encouraging their associates to gain real-life experience and take charge of their own opportunities and success.