Construction Transactions & Litigation Associate - Midlevel - Anchorage, Portland, or Seattle

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is seeking a midlevel associate to join its Real Property practice group in Seattle, Portland, or Anchorage. This attorney will support the firm’s construction and design practice, handling both transactional matters and litigation involving commercial and public construction and design contracts.

The role includes assisting clients with a high volume of construction and design contract transactions as well as public and private claims and dispute-related work. The successful candidate will be comfortable drafting and negotiating construction agreements with limited supervision and will have experience supporting or handling construction-related litigation matters.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and negotiating construction and design agreements
• Advising clients on contract terms and risk allocation
• Supporting dispute resolution and litigation related to construction projects
• Working with both custom and industry-standard contract forms, including AIA, AGC, and DBIA agreements

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience with construction and design contracts and related litigation in a mid-size or large law firm or in-house legal department
• Active bar admission in, and residency within, the state of the office where the attorney will be based
• Strong drafting and negotiation skills, including experience managing construction transactions and working with AIA, AGC, and DBIA contract forms
• Experience supporting or handling construction-related claims or litigation
• Strong client service orientation and responsiveness
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to produce high-quality work product under partner supervision and direction

Why DWT

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP is a nationally recognized law firm known for its collaborative culture and commitment to delivering practical, business-focused legal solutions. Our Real Property practice works with a diverse range of clients on complex construction and development matters across the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

Associates at DWT work closely with experienced partners and clients, gaining meaningful responsibility and hands-on experience early in their careers. The firm is committed to professional development, mentorship, and creating an environment where attorneys can build long-term, successful practices while providing exceptional service to clients.

Join Us!

If you’re ready to take your career to the next level and be part of a firm where your contributions are recognized and valued, please submit your cover letter addressed to Beka Anardi, Senior Recruiter; resume; copy of law school transcript; and a writing sample.

We are accepting third party submissions.

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. It brings out the best of what each individual has to offer and inspires us to build strong and lasting connections with each other, our clients, and our communities.

We are committed to creating and cultivating a diverse workforce and inclusive environment where every employee has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination. It is our policy to hire, promote, transfer, terminate, and make all employment-related decisions without regard to an employee’s sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical condition), race, color, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religious creed, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, military condition, military or veteran status or any other basis prohibited by applicable local, state, or federal laws.

Davis Wright Tremaine provides reasonable accommodations for those who need them to complete the application or recruiting process and for employees who need reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their positions due to a disability or for religious reasons. If you need to request accommodation during the application or recruiting process, please email humanresources@dwt.com .

Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: The annualized salary range for this position is $147 ,000 to $325,000. Actual pay will be adjusted based on the candidate’s education, training, experience and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Core Benefits: Full-time employees may be eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance (with an optional Health Savings Account), dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, and disability.

Paid Time Off (PTO): Full-time employees receive sick leave benefits in accordance with the appropriate state Sick & Safe Leave Policy . Attorneys generally take approximately three weeks of vacation annually, though the exact amount may vary depending on client and firm needs. The firm also provides 1 1 paid holidays each year.

Additional Programs: Employees may participate in 401(k) retirement planning, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Available voluntary benefits include accident, life, disability, long-term care, and pet insurance. Commuter and transit programs are also available. Full-time employees may also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.