Construction Litigation Attorney

8-15 yrs required

Full-time

No

Please include your law school and undergraduate GPA on your resume.

Construction Litigation Attorney - Varnum LLP - Southeast Michigan Offices

Salary Information: Competitive salary based on experience
Job Title: Construction Litigation Attorney
Experience: 8-15 years of significant experience in construction law

Department: Litigation
Location: Southeast Michigan Offices (Ann Arbor, Birmingham, or Novi)
Application Deadline: December 31, 2030

Varnum LLP, a leading law firm in Michigan, is seeking to hire a highly skilled Construction Litigation Attorney to join our Litigation Practice Team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced attorney to join a prestigious firm and work with a team of talented lawyers.

Key Responsibilities:
- Draft and negotiate standard form contracts (., AIA, Consensus Docs, etc.)
- Handle custom contracts, including issues regarding payment terms, limitations of liability, warranties, termination, and ADR
- Manage construction claims, including delays, inefficiencies, defects, warranties, design, liens, and bonds
- Engage in trials, arbitrations, and administrative proceedings with lead responsibilities
- Lead litigation matters and argue motions, take and defend depositions (including experts)
- Possess excellent research and writing abilities
- Demonstrate business development experience and have a meaningful portable book of business with additional growth potential
- Manage files, supervise client contact, and lead commercial cases
- Juggle multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining a high level of responsiveness
- Provide exceptional attention to detail and outstanding client service skills

Requirements:
- 8-15 years of significant experience in construction law
- Working knowledge of construction contracts
- Extensive experience with all types of construction claims
- Admission to the Michigan bar
- Demonstrated business development experience
- Meaningful portable book of business with additional growth potential
- Ability to manage files, supervise client contact and lead commercial cases
- Ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining a high level of responsiveness
- Exceptional attention to detail and outstanding client service skills

To Apply:
For immediate consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume, and list of representative engagements using our secure applicant portal. Please include your law school and undergraduate GPA on your resume.

Join Our Team:
Varnum LLP offers a competitive salary based on experience and a comprehensive benefits package. We value diversity, inclusion, and work-life balance. Our firm is committed to creating a supportive and professional work environment where all employees can thrive.

Don't Miss Out:
This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled Construction Litigation Attorney to join a prestigious law firm in Michigan. Submit your application today to be considered for this exciting opportunity!

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Drafting, Negotiating, Trial Experience, Arbitration Experience, Administrative Proceedings, Business Development, File Management, Client Supervision, Project Management, Deadline Management, Attention to Detail, Client Service

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Submit a cover letter, resume, and list of representative engagements through the secure applicant portal.

Qualification and Experience Admission to Michigan Bar

Legal