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How you fill your 52 weeks is your business. Helping you find your next opportunity is ours. We are searching for a Full Time Construction Litigation Associate Attorney for our legal industry client. In this role, you'll work across both litigation and transactional matters in a collaborative, high-performing legal team. You’ll draft pleadings, handle arbitration and trials, negotiate contracts, and advise on a wide range of construction law issues. Interested in learning more? Take a peek at the key details below and apply today!

As Construction Litigation Associate Attorney, you will:

• Draft pleadings and participate in discovery and motion practice
• Assist in arbitration and trial proceedings
• Review, draft, and negotiate construction contracts, including AIA forms
• Manage lien laws, bid protests, delay and impact claims, and government contracts
• Demonstrate ownership of projects while working independently and collaboratively
• Support business development within the real estate and construction sectors

Who we’re searching for / About you:

• You bring 3–5 years of experience in construction law or general litigation
• You hold a JD from an accredited law school and are admitted to the Oregon State Bar (or eligible for reciprocity)
• You excel in legal research, writing, analysis, and communication
• You value strong client service, time management, and accountability
• You enjoy working as part of a collaborative, team-oriented legal environment
• You’re interested in growing your presence in the construction and real estate industries

We know that experience is gathered in many ways. If you have a demonstrated ability to fulfill the job duties but got there in a different way, please apply.

Logistics: Location: Portland, OR

Why Work with Our Client: Our client is a respected law firm with a long-standing presence in the Pacific Northwest. Their team is known for its focus on high-quality, pragmatic legal counsel across construction, business, commercial, and real estate law. They offer a team-oriented environment with attorneys licensed in multiple jurisdictions, and a reputation for excellent service and client partnerships.

Why 52 Limited: 52 Limited’s reputation in the recruiting industry is unparalleled in the Pacific Northwest. While we're headquartered right here in Portland, our tenured team routinely places world-class talent across the United States. We work with some of the most forward-thinking and recognizable clients in Portland, Seattle, Los Angeles, Austin, and beyond. To learn more about our team, check out www.52ltd.com/our/story.

We are committed to fostering a people-first candidate experience that benefits our talent, clients, and community. 52 Limited encourages a diversity of applicants of all backgrounds and identities to apply. Let us know if you need reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process.