Construction Litigation Associate (Mid-Level) Cleveland, OH, Columbus, OH, Indianapolis, IN, Philadelphia, PA

Back to jobs Construction Litigation Associate (Mid-Level) Cleveland, OH, Columbus, OH, Indianapolis, IN, Philadelphia, PA Apply Ice Miller is seeking an associate with at least three (3) years of experience in construction law and/or litigation to join our practice. The successful candidate will become part of a collaborative team representing clients in a broad range of construction matters — including contract drafting and negotiation, proactive claims management during project construction, claims avoidance and mediation, arbitration or litigation, and related project development issues. Experience with mechanic’s lien claims is a plus. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in construction law, a solid understanding of construction project operations and administration, strong legal research skills, excellent drafting experience (pleadings, contracts, and other legal documents), and a demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. An understanding of practical resolutions to real-world construction issues is a must. In this position, you will: Advise clients on construction-related transactional issues and claims analysis Assist with contract review, drafting, and negotiation Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, contracts, and other legal documents Participate in construction claims strategy, both pre-dispute and during litigation/arbitration, discovery, motion practice, and related case management Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups and offices Receive training with increasing levels of responsibility and opportunities for advancement Requirements: J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials Active law license in office location At least three (3) years of experience in construction law and/or litigation Excellent written and oral communication skills Strong analytical abilities and business judgment Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team Must have permanent authorization to work in the United States What We Offer: Competitive compensation in a collegial, mid-size firm environment Quality benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement programs One-on-one career coaching and professional development programming A supportive culture centered on mentorship, advancement, and innovation The Philadelphia salary range for this position is $223,500 to $273,000 based on experience, plus opportunities for discretionary and hours-based bonus. The Cleveland, Columbus and Indianapolis salary range for this position is $187,000 to $215,000 based on experience, plus opportunities for discretionary and hours-based bonus. Ice Miller LLP embraces a work environment that is collaborative, welcoming, and focused on growth.  To maintain our culture, we are committed to building an inclusive workplace where talented attorneys from all backgrounds serve our clients, focus on professional development, and perform to their highest potential. Ice Miller is an Equal Opportunity Employer.     Create a Job Alert Interested in building your career at Ice Miller? Get future opportunities sent straight to your email. Create alert Apply for this job * indicates a required field Autofill with MyGreenhouse First Name* Last Name* Preferred First Name Email* Phone Country Phone Resume/CV* Attach Attach Dropbox Google Drive Enter manually Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Cover Letter Attach Attach Dropbox Google Drive Enter manually Enter manually Accepted file types: pdf, doc, docx, txt, rtf Education School* Select... Degree* Select... Discipline* Select... Start date month* Select... Start date year* End date month* Select... End date year* Add another Have you previously been employed by Ice Miller?* Select... How did you hear about this position?* Select... Do you have permanent work authorization in the United States?* Select... In the future, will you require sponsorship for an employment visa status?* Select... Voluntary Self-ID Questions We take great pride in a culture of inclusion where everyone at Ice Miller feels respected, is treated fairly, and has the opportunity to perform at their highest potential. Completing the following self-identification section is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment or any terms or conditions of employment. This information is requested to fulfill our obligations under federal regulations, including EEO-1 reporting requirements, and to support our commitment to equal employment opportunity.  Your responses are kept confidential and will only be used in an anonymized form for reporting.  If you choose not to self-identify, you may select “Prefer not to answer”. How would you describe your gender identity? Select... How would describe your racical/ethic background? Select... Which describes your disability status Select... What describes your veteran status? Select... Submit application Powered by