About this role
Job title: Construction Litigation - Associate Attorney - Midlevel
About the Role The Construction Litigation team at Perkins Coie seeks a midlevel Associate Attorney in San Francisco, Palo Alto, or Los Angeles to support a nationally recognized construction practice. The role combines litigation and transactional work, focusing on counseling, dispute resolution, and contract negotiation.
What You'll Do
- Represent clients in construction-related litigation, including delay and disruption claims and payment disputes (e.g., mechanics' liens, bonds, and stop notices).
- Draft and negotiate construction contracts, change orders, and other construction-related agreements.
- Support transactional work related to construction projects and collaborate with cross‑practice groups.
- Develop strong client relationships and contribute to the firm's growing construction practice.
What We're Looking For
- 3-5 years of construction law or equivalent experience.
- Experience litigating a range of construction disputes, including delay/disruption, payment disputes, and breach of contract.
- Experience in preparing and negotiating construction contracts; excellent written and oral communication.
- Excellent academic credentials, strong references; CA Bar membership required; prior AmLaw 100 and judicial clerkship experience preferred.
Nice to Have
- Experience with transactional construction work.
Compensation & Benefits
- California compensation range: $260,000 to $365,000 annually.
- Eligible for annual discretionary bonus, 401(k), medical, dental, and vision insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, and family care benefits.