Public Contracting and Complex Litigation Associate

Job Overview
A law firm seeks a Public Contracting and Complex Litigation Associate in Santa Ana, CA. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of experience representing public agencies, focusing on contracting, procurement, construction, and related litigation matters.

Duties

• Advise California public agencies on public contracting.
• Draft, review, and negotiate public agency agreements, including professional services, engineering, procurement, and technology contracts.
• Litigate California public works and construction disputes, including delay, disruption, differing site conditions, defective work, and surety bond claims.
• Assist with broader public agency litigation matters, including California Public Records Act compliance and related advisory work.

Requirements

• 4-6 years of experience representing public agencies.
• Admission to the State Bar of California.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• State Bar of California admission.

Skills

• Excellent writing, research, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Strong client-service orientation and sound judgment.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Benefits

• Hybrid work arrangement.
• Reasonable billable-hour expectations.
• Discretionary and billable-hours bonuses.
• Competitive health benefits.
• 401(k) plan with partial matching contributions.

Founded over nine decades ago, this family-owned firm specializes in a wide range of practices including constitutional law, intellectual property, family law, real estate, public law, employment litigation, construction, insurance, data privacy, and others. With 10 offices throughout California, the firm has over a hundred highly experienced and skilled attorneys. Serving public agencies and private businesses throughout California, this firm has earned a great reputation for providing high-quality representation based on honesty, efficiency, and prompt responsiveness. The firm fosters a professional collegial work environment that promotes equality, dignity, and respect. The firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer and has an option for employees to work remotely.