Construction & Design Associate

Job Overview:

A law firm is seeking a mid-level Construction & Design Associate to join its team in Seattle. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in construction law, litigation, or government contracting. This position involves representing both public and private owners, general contractors, and engineers across a wide range of legal tasks, including pre-project planning, risk assessment, contract drafting, claim management, and litigation of disputes.

Location:

• Seattle, WA

Duties:

• Represent clients in the construction and design sectors, including public and private owners, general contractors, and engineers.
• Draft and negotiate contracts, and provide guidance on pre-project planning and risk management.
• Manage and preserve claims related to construction projects.
• Litigate construction-related disputes and represent clients in various forums.
• Advise clients on compliance with construction law and government contracting regulations.
• Collaborate with internal teams on complex construction matters.

Requirements:

• 2-3 years of experience in construction law, litigation, or government contracting.
• Admission to the Washington State Bar.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and case management abilities.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the Washington State Bar or eligibility to apply.

Skills:

• Expertise in construction law, government contracting, and litigation.
• Strong writing and legal drafting skills.
• Effective client communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to manage complex construction disputes and claims.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with legal case management tools.

Benefits:

• Option for a lower billable-hours track with a proportional reduction in salary.
• Eligibility for an associate bonus program.
• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plan (401k), including employer contributions.
• Life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability coverage.
• Flexible time off and paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave (up to 15 weeks) and additional paid short-term disability for attorneys who give birth.
• Paid adoption assistance and pre-tax reimbursement accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and transportation.
• Back-up child and elder care, education advising, and virtual tutoring programs.
• Wellbeing programs and 24/7 employee assistance program with confidential counseling.
• Commuter and mass transit programs available in certain locations.
• Relocation expenses, clerkship bonuses, salary advances, and bar review expenses may apply.

This law firm focuses its work in six industries, although it also practices in a few more. Some of these industries include: food and agribusiness, banking, natural resources and public-private project development, mining, energy and health care. The firm has locations in Canada, across the United States (Colorado, Utah, Washington, New York, etc.) Asia-Pacific region and Europe. The firm services their clients' legal needs all over the world.