Construction Attorney

Responsibilities

• Advise architects, engineers, and other design professionals on legal and business matters
• Draft, review, and negotiate professional services agreements and construction-related contracts
• Counsel clients on risk management, project delivery, and contract administration
• Assist clients with dispute avoidance and resolution strategies
• Provide practical day-to-day legal guidance throughout the lifecycle of construction and development projects
• Support litigation and dispute matters when necessary

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in construction law
• Experience with AIA contracts
• Admission to practice in New York
• Ability to serve as outside general counsel to sophisticated design and construction clients
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and client counseling skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Litigation experience
• Experience handling professional liability matters or design defect disputes

About the Company

Offit Kurman is seeking an experienced Construction Attorney to join our growing New York office. This attorney will focus on representing architects, engineers, and other design professionals in connection with construction projects, contracts, risk management, and day-to-day legal counseling.