Construction Law Associate

6 days ago


Austin, Texas, United States DLA Piper Full time

Job Summary

DLA Piper is seeking a highly skilled Construction Law Associate to join its Real Estate Group in Atlanta. The ideal candidate will have 2-3 years of experience in construction law and be able to provide transactional and litigation support on all aspects of construction and development work. Key responsibilities include drafting and negotiating design, construction, and development agreements, advising clients on claims management, and assisting with construction adversarial matters. Familiarity with industry form agreements, such as AIA and similar forms, is required. Prior experience with litigation or arbitration matters is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

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

Requirements
  • JD degree from a nationally recognized law school.
  • Admission to the bar for the jurisdiction in which you are applying.
  • Minimum 2 years of experience working on construction contracting and related development experience.
  • Familiarity with industry form agreements (AIA and similar forms) is required.
  • Prior experience with litigation or arbitration matters is preferred but not required.

What We Offer
  • A comprehensive package of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).
  • A competitive salary range of $235,000-$365,000 per year, depending on the candidate's geographic market location.

About Us

DLA Piper is a global law firm with a bold, exceptional, collaborative, and supportive culture. Our people are the backbone, heart, and soul of our firm, and we offer a place where you can engage in meaningful work and grow your career.



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