What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Litigation Associate Attorney - Midlevel position at Impact Solutions Inc?
CONSTRUCTION LITIGATION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY - MID-LEVEL
Location: Chicago, IL
Our client, a highly-regarded AmLaw 50 firm, is seeking a skilled and motivated Mid-Level Associate Attorney to join its nationally recognized Construction Law Practice Group in Chicago.
Candidate Profile:
- JD from a top-tier law school with a strong academic record.
- Active Bar Membership in Illinois required.
- 2 years of substantive construction law or equivalent complex litigation experience.
- Demonstrated experience litigating construction disputes, including delay and disruption claims, payment disputes such as mechanic’s liens, bond, and stop notice claims, product claims, and breach of contract claims.
- Preference will be given to candidates with broad litigation experience, including motion practice, discovery, and a keen interest in developing expertise in construction law.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills, as well as strong references.
- Prior AmLaw 100 experience and/or judicial clerkship experience preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
- Counsel clients on a wide array of construction law matters, including contract drafting, negotiation, and dispute resolution (ADR and litigation).
- Represent clients in alternative dispute resolution proceedings and litigation involving construction disputes in state and federal courts.
- Manage all aspects of litigation, including motion practice, discovery, and trial preparation, with a focus on resolving disputes efficiently and effectively.
- Collaborate with a highly experienced team of attorneys on complex and high-stakes construction law cases.
Why Join Us?
This role provides the opportunity to work with a leading national team on significant construction law matters, offering unparalleled professional development and exposure to high-profile cases. The firm fosters a culture of collaboration and respect, with a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and the professional growth of its attorneys.
Compensation is competitive, ranging from $235,000 to $365,000 annually, depending on qualifications and experience. The firm's comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, personal medical and parental leave, up to ten paid holidays, family care benefits, a 401(k) plan, and eligibility for an annual discretionary bonus.
Application Requirements:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcripts, references, and a brief writing sample.
Salary : $235,000 - $365,000
