Real Estate Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Atlanta, GA, 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.

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, including change orders, extra work claims, delays, and construction defect claims.
• Assist in litigation and arbitration matters related to construction disputes, including drafting pleadings, conducting discovery, motions, depositions, mediations, and arbitration hearings/trials.
• Communicate verbally and in writing with clients, attorneys, business professionals, and third parties.
• Produce timely and accurate work products and respond efficiently to correspondence and phone calls.
• Adhere to firm policies, meet deadlines, and maintain positive work relationships.

Requirements:

• JD degree and admission to the GA Bar.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in construction contracting and related development.
• 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, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

Education and Certifications:

• JD degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar of Georgia.

Skills:

• Analytical thinking and attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Research and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to influence and persuade others.
• Management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents and negotiating contracts.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, and 401(k).

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.