Construction Litigation Attorney

Job Title: Construction Litigation Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Birmingham, MI, is seeking a seasoned Construction Litigation Attorney with 8-15 years of significant experience in construction law. The ideal candidate should have extensive knowledge of construction contracts and various construction claims. They must demonstrate proficiency in drafting, negotiating, and litigating construction contracts and claims, with strong business development skills and a portable business book.

Duties:

• Draft and negotiate standard form contracts (e.g., AIA, Consensus Docs) and custom contracts, addressing payment terms, limitations of liability, warranties, termination, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) provisions.
• Handle all construction claims, including delays, inefficiencies, defects, warranties, design, liens, and bonds.
• Lead litigation matters and manage trials, arbitrations, and administrative proceedings.
• Argue motions and take/defend depositions, including expert witnesses.
• Conduct legal research and draft persuasive legal documents.

Requirements:

• 8-15 years of experience in construction law.
• Admission to the Michigan Bar is required.
• Proven track record in drafting and negotiating construction contracts.
• Extensive experience in litigating construction claims.
• Demonstrated ability to lead litigation matters and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong business development skills with a portable book of business preferred.
• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and client service orientation.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admission to the Michigan State Bar.

Skills:

• Proficiency in construction law, including contracts and claims.
• Strong negotiation and litigation skills.
• Ability to manage files, supervise client contact, and lead commercial cases.
• Effective time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

This premier law firm is a full-service provider of legal counsel, highly values diversity and inclusivity. It is recognized by U.S. News & World Report, Chambers USA, and The Best Lawyers in America as one of the best law firms in the USA. This firm values flexibility and work/ life balance. The work atmosphere is friendly, supportive, and encouraging, but also challenging. The firm values its attorneys and provides support and opportunities that help them create a successful career. The benefits of this firm include 401(k) plan, paid Bar Association fees, expense account for business, development purposes, medical, dental and vision insurance coverage, parking, all needed technology, and more. The requires a minimum total of 2,000 billable hours per year. This firm commitment to society includes financial contributions to a mixture of organizations, pro bono services, helping schools in their educational programs. The firms invest in outside of work experiences, such as summer picnics, holidays, birthday celebrations, and other spontaneous events.