Portland | Hybrid
$210,000 – $305,000
A nationally recognized law firm is seeking a Construction Litigation Associate Attorney to join its Portland office.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing public owners, developers, architects, engineers, and design professionals in sophisticated construction disputes and complex construction projects.
• 3–5 years of construction litigation experience
• Experience representing public owners, developers, architects, engineers, contractors, subcontractors, and/or design professionals preferred
• Experience handling complex construction disputes, claims, and litigation matters
• Experience drafting and negotiating construction contracts and related project documentation is strongly preferred
• Experience with pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation
• Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and advocacy skills
• Degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management strongly preferred
• Excellent writing skills, attention to detail, and strong academic credentials required
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required
• Oregon bar admission required or ability to waive in via motion, reciprocity, or UBE transfer
Industry-leading construction litigation practice
Sophisticated and high-profile construction disputes
Significant client interaction and responsibility
Strong mentorship and professional development
Collegial national platform
Partnership-track opportunity
Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.
Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. I'm happy to provide additional information and discuss how this role compares to others currently on the market.
Confidential inquiries welcome.
Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition
devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com