Construction Litigation Associate (3-7 years) - Seattle Job Listing at Seyfarth Shaw in Seattle, WA (Job ID 1154)

Description

Construction Litigation Associate (3-7 years)

Description:

At Seyfarth, we understand that great people are the key to our success, and we provide the opportunities to match. If you join us, you'll work with state-of-the-art technology in a friendly and professional environment, and we will continue to invest in your professional development. If you want the freedom to grow at a firm that is invested in your future, keep reading.

THE OPPORTUNITY: 

We have an exciting opportunity for a Construction Litigation Associate with 3-7 years of complex construction litigation experience to join our Seattle office. Learn more about our Construction Litigation department here: https://www.seyfarth.com/services/practices/litigation/construction-claims-and-disputes.html

THE DAY-TO-DAY:

As part of the Construction Litigation Team, you'll have the opportunity to work on interesting, challenging, and groundbreaking cases in collaboration with senior attorneys. 

THE OPPORTUNITY:

The Seattle office of Seyfarth Shaw seeks a construction litigation associate with 3-7 years of experience with general commercial construction, complex construction projects and government contracts.  The ideal candidate will have experience representing owners, contractors, design professional and/or sureties in the drafting, negotiating and administration of contracts; and, will have experience with some of the following construction matters:  procurement-related issues, contract administration, risk management, dispute avoidance, claim documentation, equitable adjustments, impact and delay claims, default terminations, change order and extra work disputes, requests for equitable adjustments, payment and performance bond claims, mechanics' liens, prompt payment and conditional payment disputes, construction and design defects, and bid protests. Any experience or exposure to condemnation proceedings is also a plus.  Excellent academic credentials, analytical skills and verbal and written communication skills required. We offer a collegial environment and an excellent opportunity to continue to develop strong skills and grow with a national firm. Candidate must be admitted or have the ability to waive into Washington bar.  The California bar is a plus.

YOU HAVE:

·       Experience with general commercial construction, complex construction projects and government contracts.

·       Represented owners, contractors, design professionals and/or sureties in litigation or arbitration matters.

·       Represented owners, contractors, design professionals and/or sureties in the drafting, negotiating and administration of contracts.

·       Experience with some of the following construction matters: procurement-related issues, contract administration, risk management, dispute avoidance, claim documentation, equitable adjustments, impact and delay claims, default terminations, change order and extra work disputes, requests for equitable adjustments, payment and performance bond claims, mechanics' liens, prompt payment and conditional payment disputes, construction and design defects, and bid protests.  Experience or exposure to condemnation proceedings is a plus.

·       Excellent academic credentials, analytical skills and verbal and written communication skills required.

·       Candidate must be admitted to or have the ability to waive into the Washington Bar. The California State Bar is a plus.

WHAT WE PROVIDE:

We provide competitive salary and benefits at all levels. For associates, we provide comprehensive training through our mentoring programs, CLE initiatives, Seyfarth University, industry credentialing, and hands-on learning by working side-by-side with our partners.

We are also proud to be an influential leader in inclusion and diversity. The firm has been recognized for our efforts by the Human Rights Campaign, the Minority Corporate Counsel Association, and Seramount (formerly Working Mother magazine). We are Mansfield 5.0 certified, a reflection of our ongoing commitment to advancing candidates from underrepresented groups.

MORE ABOUT SEYFARTH:

With more than 900 lawyers across 18 offices, Seyfarth Shaw LLP provides advisory, litigation, and transactional legal services to clients worldwide. Learn more about The Seyfarth Experience at www.seyfarth.com/careers.

NOTE TO AGENCIES AND APPLICANTS:

At this time, Seyfarth Shaw LLP will not be accepting applications submitted through search firms for this position. All qualified candidates must submit their own applications to be considered for this position.

Seattle: 

The salary range for this role is $240,000 to $320,000. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's pay within the salary range will be based on numerous factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, experience, skills, and business or organizational needs. This job is also eligible for an annual merit increase and bonus pay.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

This position is based in Seattle, WA 98104

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