What are the responsibilities and job description for the Construction Associate Attorney position at Aligned Talent Acquisition?
Atlanta | Hybrid
Construction Associate Attorney
AmLaw 50 Opportunity
Compensation
$240,000 – $380,000
A leading national law firm is seeking a Construction Associate Attorney to join its Atlanta office.
This opportunity is ideal for an attorney interested in representing owners, developers, contractors, design professionals, lenders, and other industry participants in sophisticated construction and infrastructure matters.
Ideal Background
• 3–6 years of construction law, commercial litigation, or transactional construction experience
• Experience with construction disputes, contract negotiations, delay claims, defect claims, and risk management matters preferred
• Experience drafting and negotiating construction contracts, design agreements, EPC agreements, and related project documents is a plus
• Experience representing owners, developers, contractors, subcontractors, or design professionals preferred
• Strong drafting, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills
• Ability to manage matters independently and work directly with clients
• Excellent academic credentials
• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school required
• Georgia bar admission required or ability to become admitted
Why This Opportunity
✅ Sophisticated national construction practice
✅ Exposure to complex construction and infrastructure matters
✅ Direct client interaction and meaningful responsibility
✅ Strong mentorship and professional development
✅ Partnership-track opportunity
✅ Collaborative national platform
Interested?
Aligned Talent Acquisition is currently working with firms seeking talented attorneys with this type of background.
Even if you're not actively looking or aren't sure this opportunity is the right fit, let's connect for a confidential conversation. I'm happy to provide additional information and discuss how this role compares to others currently on the market.
Confidential inquiries welcome.
Devney Ayers
Director of Legal Recruiting
Aligned Talent Acquisition
devney@alignedtalentacquisition.com
(216) 710-5174
Salary : $240,000 - $380,000