Construction And Design Associate Attorney

1-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm seeks a Construction and Design Associate Attorney in Seattle, WA.

Job Overview:

The Construction and Design Associate Attorney will work on various construction and design contracts, utilizing different project delivery systems, alongside handling a diverse range of litigation matters concerning construction projects, both public and private.

Duties:

• Work on various construction and design contracts utilizing different project delivery systems.
• Handle litigation matters related to construction projects, including industrial, multi-family, commercial, and large residential developments.
• Develop and nurture relationships with colleagues, clients, and industry partners.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills.
• Exhibit excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Maintain a detail-oriented approach and pride in work.
• Exercise good judgment, responsiveness, and perseverance.
• Display intellectual curiosity and a desire to learn.
• Demonstrate self-motivation and a commitment to building a positive reputation for oneself and the firm.
• Provide a commitment to client service and team success.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2+ years of sophisticated construction law experience.
• Previous clerkship experience at the appellate or federal level.
• JD from an accredited university.
• Active membership in or commitment to applying for the Washington State Bar.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Detail orientation.
• Good judgment, responsiveness, and perseverance.
• Intellectual curiosity and a desire to learn.
• Self-motivation.
• Commitment to client service and team success.

Education:

• JD from an accredited university.

Certifications:

• Active membership in or commitment to applying for the Washington State Bar.

Benefits offered:

• Total rewards program, including an annual discretionary bonus.
• Rich benefits offerings include paid family & medical leave, unlimited PTO, a flexible schedule program, remote work options, and a sabbatical program for eligible attorneys.
• Competitive medical, dental, vision, life, long-term disability, AD&D, EAP, FSA, Voluntary Life, ADD, and LTC options.
• Firm-contributed health savings account and a pre-tax transportation/parking plan.
• Up to 50 hours of billable credit for diversity, equity, and inclusion-related activities, and up to 50 hours for pro bono activities.

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