Facilities Associate Attorney

A law firm in Irvine, CA, is seeking a Facilities Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience. The candidate must have knowledge and expertise in public agency procurement and contracting, public works, real property transactions, general agency law, and pre-litigation dispute resolution. The role requires excellent research and writing skills, the ability to handle contract preparation, revisions, and negotiation under supervision, and effective communication with multiple clients.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct legal research and analysis on various areas of law relevant to public agency procurement and contracting, public works, real property transactions, and general agency law.
• Assist in contract preparation, review, revision, and negotiation ensuring legal compliance, risk management, and reasonableness.
• Provide legal advice and counsel on issues related to public contract law, bidding processes, requests for proposals, bid protests, prompt payment, stop payment notices, false claims, suretyship, prevailing wage law, entitlements, and public agency compliance issues.
• Evaluate and resolve pre-litigation disputes involving government claims procedures.
• Communicate effectively with clients in person and through various forms of telecommunication, demonstrating professionalism and competence in addressing legal and strategic practical issues.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California State Bar in good standing.
• 3-5 years of experience practicing law, with a focus on public agency procurement, public works, or related fields preferred.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of the Ralph M. Brown Act, the Public Records Act, conflict of interest law, and other relevant statutes and regulations.
• Excellent research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex legal concepts clearly and concisely.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

Skills:

• Proficiency in legal research tools and databases.
• Experience in contract drafting, negotiation, and review.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in legal documentation and correspondence.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement savings plan options.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the firm.

This California firm was founded in 1979 and focuses on employment, labor, construction, education, real estate, general business and business litigation, corporate, taxation, bankruptcy, and immigration. Committed to high-quality legal work, the highly experienced lawyers have won many cases on behalf of clients. The firm has received numerous awards and accolades for professional accomplishments and contributions to communities. The diverse team of attorneys has business and education backgrounds allowing for the combination of practical, useful advice with innovative legal strategies. Believing in diversity, the firm is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The attorneys actively support education and other non-profit organizations. The firm is committed to collegiality, teamwork, and openness with each other and with clients. The firm also provides numerous in-house training sessions and workshops on current legal matters.