Associate Attorney - Construction Law

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Associate Attorney to join its construction law practice in Saint Augustine, FL. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex construction matters with a seasoned team, providing a path for professional growth and recognition for strong performance.

Duties

• Represent clients in construction-related litigation, arbitration, and transactional matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate construction contracts and related agreements.
• Advise clients on lien law, bond claims, and construction defect issues.
• Manage a caseload with support from an experienced firm team.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.

Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years of legal experience (construction law experience preferred).
• Active Florida Bar membership in good standing.
• Strong research, writing, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload independently.
• A collaborative, client-focused approach to practicing law.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Active membership in the Florida Bar.

Skills

• Excellent research and writing abilities.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Bonus opportunities available after minimum billing requirements are met.

This law firm is located in St. Augustine, Florida and offers its services in construction law, business law, and trial practice. This firm strives to actively manage disputes and claims in a timely, cost-effective manner. This firm has unique experience, which allows them to quickly arbitrate, mediate, or litigate construction-based resolution or dispute. This firm's attorneys are highly qualified and are dedicated to providing clients with tailored solutions to their legal needs. This firm practices mainly in one area and are extremely experienced and skilled in that area. This firm works with a wide-range of construction-related disputes.