Surety Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm is seeking a skilled and motivated Surety Attorney to join its nationally recognized Construction and Surety Group in Morristown, NJ. The ideal candidate will have 1-8 years of experience handling surety matters and must be admitted to the Bar in NY and/or NJ.

Duties:

• Represent clients in surety-related matters, including contract claims, litigations, and transactions.
• Provide legal counsel and support on complex surety issues and disputes.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support clients in the construction and surety industry.
• Draft and review legal documents, contracts, and agreements related to surety bonds.
• Manage and negotiate settlements, if required, to resolve surety-related disputes.
• Collaborate with the Construction and Surety Group to strategize and provide comprehensive legal solutions.

Requirements:

• 1-8 years of experience practicing law, with a focus on surety matters.
• Bar admission in New York (NY) and/or New Jersey (NJ).
• Strong knowledge of construction law, contract claims, and surety bonds.
• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle a high caseload and meet deadlines.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active bar admission in New York (NY) and/or New Jersey (NJ).

Skills:

• Legal research and analysis
• Drafting legal documents
• Negotiation and dispute resolution
• Construction law expertise
• Surety bond knowledge
• Communication and interpersonal skills
• Time management and organization
• Teamwork and collaboration skills

This job description outlines the key responsibilities, requirements, education, certifications, and skills necessary for a Surety Attorney position at the law firm. It also emphasizes the firm's nationally recognized Construction and Surety Group and its location in Morristown, NJ.

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