Associate Attorney

Haugland Group, a family owned and operated Long Island, New York based electrical and heavy civil construction company, has an immediate opportunity in Construction for an experienced Associate Attorney(in house Council)to join our team.

At Haugland, we understand that pushing the boundaries of what has been done is essential to develop the infrastructure of tomorrow. The journey won’t be simple, but what gets us there is. At Haugland Group, Our Word is Our Way. We are leaders in building what’s next because we see the path to get there and we’re setting a new standard of exceptional along the way.

Let’s build together

Key Functions

· Review, draft, and negotiate construction contracts (with customers, subcontractors, and vendors

· Review and negotiate commercial leases

· Communicate with employees, subcontractors, vendors, and landlords

Desired Qualifications

· Must have 3-5 years of Construction Law experience (either transactional or litigation relating to contract negotiation or preparation/litigation of delay claims)

· Significant prior experience drafting and negotiating commercial leases

· Possess strong interpersonal skills

· Highly skilled legal writing capabilities

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· Degree from an ABA – Accredited law school and strong academic credentials

· Licensed to practice law in the State of New York

· Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced environment

· Self-starter, and able to work independently

· Must be able to work in-person from our office located in Melville, NY on a full-time basis

Why Haugland?

At Haugland Group, our benefits are designed to convey company culture and values which has employees at its forefront.

· Compensation highly competitive

· Excellent benefits package including medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, Health Savings Account (HSA), short/long term disability and life insurance

· 401k with 5% employer match

· Potential for annual performance-based raise

· Paid Time off

· Paid company observed holidays

· Educational and professional advancement opportunities

· Frequent company-sponsored events

· Relaxed, friendly office

· Fast paced, exciting environment

Haugland Group LLC and its operating divisions, affiliates, related entities, and subsidiaries (collectively, “the Company”) do not accept unsolicited resumes from search firms or employment agencies. Unsolicited referrals and resumes are considered property of the Company and therefore, the Company will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited referral. Only upon the Company’s written request may preferred vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific open positions. In these cases, a fully executed agreement with the Company must be in place and current.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability).