Senior Construction Law Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Senior Construction Law Attorney for their Oakland, CA office. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in construction law and public contracting, focusing on providing legal counsel and drafting construction documents.

Job Overview:

The Senior Construction Law Attorney will be responsible for providing legal advice and drafting construction contracts for various public agencies throughout the State of California. The role requires public works procurement strategies, construction law, and dispute resolution expertise.

Duties:

• Advise on public works procurement strategies for various public agencies in California.
• Draft and revise construction contracts, commercial terms, and conditions.
• Prepare bond forms, invitations to bid, and procurement of professional services.
• Provide legal counsel on construction-related matters and documentation.
• Handle dispute resolution in both public and private construction projects.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• An active member of the State Bar of California in good standing.
• Experience practicing construction law, preferably in a law firm setting.
• Extensive knowledge of public contracting laws and regulations in California.
• Strong understanding of construction contract drafting and negotiation.
• Experience with construction dispute resolution methods.

Certifications:

• State Bar of California membership in good standing.

Skills:

• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Strong negotiation and communication abilities.
• Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Team player with a collaborative attitude.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines effectively.

Benefits:

• Competitive health insurance benefits.
• 401(k) with partial match.
• Eligible for annual discretionary and billable hour bonuses.

Founded over nine decades ago, this family-owned firm specializes in a wide range of practices including constitutional law, intellectual property, family law, real estate, public law, employment litigation, construction, insurance, data privacy, and others. With 10 offices throughout California, the firm has over a hundred highly experienced and skilled attorneys. Serving public agencies and private businesses throughout California, this firm has earned a great reputation for providing high-quality representation based on honesty, efficiency, and prompt responsiveness. The firm fosters a professional collegial work environment that promotes equality, dignity, and respect. The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has an option for employees to work remotely.