An ideal opportunity for a mid-level Associate to be a part of a successful, growing practice, led by a NextGen leader. Our client is a Chambers-rated law firm recognized for providing exceptional legal services to clients in the construction and design industries. Their team represents developers, architects, contractors, and other stakeholders in navigating complex construction and design matters and they are seeking a highly skilled Construction and Design Attorney with a minimum of 5 years of experience drafting and negotiating construction agreements to join their dynamic team.
This Construction and Design Associate will work closely with clients and internal stakeholders and will draft, review, and negotiate various construction-related agreements including Design-Build Agreements, Construction Management Agreements, Owner-Architect Agreements (AIA and bespoke forms), Access Agreements, Owner-Contractor Agreements and Subcontractor Agreements.
The ideal candidate will also advise clients on risk management and dispute resolution strategies, related to various construction projects; Provide counsel on compliance with federal, state, and local construction regulations, support litigation or arbitration teams when disputes arise, offering insights based on negotiated agreements and collaborate with other attorneys in the firm to provide integrated legal services to clients.
Experience with large-scale commercial, residential, or infrastructure projects in Big Law or midsized peer firm is required. Strong understanding of industry-standard contracts, including AIA, ConsensusDocs, and FIDIC forms required. Compensation includes salary ($205K-$245K) plus targeted, performance-based bonus, full benefits, and additional benefits. JD required. Admission to practice in NY required.
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