Associate Attorney (Construction Law & Litigation)

Kirton McConkie PC

$80K — $120K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-5 years of litigation and transactional experience in construction law
  • Strong academic background
  • Excellent communication and writing skills
  • Commitment to ethical standards
  • Highly motivated with ability to work independently
  • Preferred background in civil engineering, architecture, or construction management
  • Licensed to practice law in Utah or membership in another U.S. state Bar

Responsibilities

  • Manage litigation cases related to construction law
  • Draft and review contracts and legal documents
  • Provide legal advice on compliance and risk management
  • Represent clients in court and settlement negotiations
  • Collaborate with clients and other stakeholders
  • Research legal precedents and case law
  • Participate in continuous professional development

Benefits

  • Highly competitive compensation
  • Excellent employee benefits
  • Strong career advancement opportunities
Full Job Description
Kirton McConkie, a large Salt Lake City based law firm, has an employment opportunity for an associate attorney with three to five years of significant litigation and transactional experience in construction law. Candidates must have good academic credentials, excellent communication and writing skills, demonstrate a commitment to the highest ethical standards, be highly motivated and hard-working, and be able to work with minimal supervision. Preference will be given to candidates with an undergraduate degree and/or significant prior work experience in civil engineering, architecture, or construction management. Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Utah or be willing to become a member of the Utah Bar. If not currently a member of the Utah Bar, applicants must be a member of the Bar of another state in the U.S. Compensation is highly competitive, the firm offers excellent employee benefits, and this position provides an excellent career track. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and resume through the firm's career page at kirtonmcconkie.com. All submissions are confidential.

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