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Washington, DC, United States

Infrastructure Associate Attorney

Attorney

1-12 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking an experienced and highly qualified Infrastructure Associate Attorney to join its team in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate will possess 2-6 years of legal experience with a strong background in construction law, project finance law, and public contracting/procurement law. Exceptional credentials from a top law school and a professional or academic background in engineering, construction, and/or project finance are highly regarded. The candidate must hold a current DC Bar admission.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide legal counsel on construction law matters, including contract negotiation, dispute resolution, and compliance.
• Advise clients on project finance law, ensuring legal and regulatory compliance for infrastructure projects.
• Handle public contracting and procurement law issues, offering guidance on bids, contracts, and compliance with government regulations.
• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts related to construction and infrastructure projects.
• Represent clients in court and arbitration proceedings and in front of regulatory bodies.
• Conduct legal research and stay updated on relevant laws, regulations, and industry standards.
• Collaborate with clients, engineers, and project managers to mitigate legal risks.
• Provide strategic advice on project development, financing structures, and risk management.
• Assist in the preparation of legal documents, briefs, and memoranda.

Requirements:

• 2-6 years of legal experience in construction law, project finance law, and public contracting/procurement law.
• Current DC Bar admission.
• Excellent credentials from a top law school.
• Demonstrated experience in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating complex contracts.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines.
• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong client management and relationship-building skills.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from a top-tier law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the DC Bar.

Skills:

• In-depth knowledge of construction, project finance, and public contracting/procurement laws.
• Expertise in contract negotiation and dispute resolution.
• Strong research and legal writing skills.
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Ability to communicate complex legal concepts clearly and effectively.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well with clients and team members.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional or academic background in engineering, construction, and/or project finance.
• Experience working with government contracts and procurement processes.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and risk management in infrastructure projects.

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