Attorney - Real Estate Associate - Multi Office

Full time Attorney - Real Estate Associate - Multi Office

We are seeking an Associate with a minimum of two years of experience and a background in construction contracting and related development to join our Real Estate Group. This position is open to all U.S. offices.

Responsibilities

• Draft and negotiate design, construction, and development agreements across various industry sectors.
• Draft and negotiate EPC contracts for large infrastructure and energy projects.
• Provide strategic advice to clients on claims management, change orders, extra work claims, delays, and construction defect claims.
• Collaborate with construction teams on litigation and arbitration matters, providing support in all aspects, including drafting pleadings, discovery, motions, preparation and taking of depositions, mediations, and arbitration hearings/trials.
  
  

Education

• JD
  
  

Bar Admission

• Admission to the bar in the jurisdiction where you are applying.
  
  

Experience

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in construction contracting and related development.
• Experience in transactional and litigation support on construction and development work, including drafting and negotiating design, construction, and development agreements across various industry sectors.
• Advising clients on the management of claims and disputes related to change orders, extra work claims, delays, and construction defects.
• Assisting with adversarial construction matters.
• Familiarity with industry form agreements (AIA and similar forms) is required.
• Prior experience in litigation or arbitration is preferred but not required.
  
  

Job Competencies & Desired Skills

• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Good business judgment.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Research and problem-solving skills.
• Conceptual thinking.
• Ability to influence others.
• Persuasive communication.
• Management skills.
  
  

General & Essential Job Expectations

While the specific job requirements may vary depending on the job's scope and area of specialty, certain universal expectations apply to all employees, including:

• Effective verbal and written communication with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties.
• Efficient and responsive production of deliverables, phone calls, and correspondence.
• Timely, accurate, and quality work product.
• Meeting deadlines and expectations and performing required duties.
• Fostering positive work relationships.
• Complying with all firm policies and practices.
• Engaging in both physical and sedentary activities, such as working at a computer for extended periods, participating in virtual conference calls, and attending meetings as needed.
• Performing all other duties, tasks, or projects as assigned.
  
  

Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as part of our culture. We are committed to excellence in representing our clients and developing our people.

Work Environment

• Hybrid, with some in-office expectations.
  
  

Pay Transparency

In accordance with California, New York, Washington DC, and Washington's Pay Transparency Law, the pay range for this position, if hired to work in these locations, is $235,000-$365,000 per year. The compensation offered will depend on various factors, including the candidate’s geographic market, skills, educational and professional background, experience, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision insurance and a 401(k) plan.

If you are interested in this position, you must submit a resume, law school transcript, and writing sample to us at Careers@desortstaffing.com We look forward to hearing from you!

Please Contact Me Directly For Details About This Position

Sam Ortiz

SR. Talent Acquisition Specialist

(954) 323-4373

Email: Careers@desortstaffing.com

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.