Real Estate Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Houston, TX, is seeking a Real Estate Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have experience in construction contracting and development, providing transactional and litigation support across various industry sectors.

Job Duties:

• Draft and negotiate design, construction, and development agreements in diverse industry sectors.
• Negotiate EPC contracts for extensive infrastructure and energy projects.
• Provide strategic advice to clients on claims management, change orders, extra work claims, delay, and construction defect claims.
• Support construction litigation and arbitration matters, including drafting pleadings, discovery, motions, depositions, mediations, and arbitration hearings/trials.
• Communicate verbally and in writing with clients, colleagues, and third parties.
• Produce high-quality work products in a timely and efficient manner.
• Adhere to firm policies and practices, meeting deadlines and expectations.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in construction contracting and related development work.
• Familiarity with industry form agreements such as AIA and similar forms.
• Preferred experience with litigation or arbitration matters.
• Strong analytical, writing, and research skills.
• Attention to detail and good business judgment.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively as well as independently.
• Admission to the Texas Bar is required.

Skills and Certifications:

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Conceptual thinking and ability to influence others.
• Persuasive communication and management skills.

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

Job Location: Houston, TX

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.