Associate Attorney - Facilities Construction amp Property Practice Group

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney for its Irvine, CA office to join its Facilities, Construction & Property Practice Group. This role offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated attorney to develop a broad public law practice representing school districts, cities, counties, and other public agencies throughout California.

Duties

• Advise public entities on governance, public contracting, procurement, facilities, real estate, ethics, and regulatory compliance.
• Draft memoranda, policies, resolutions, board materials, contracts, and other public agency documents.
• Assist with contract review, negotiation, procurement matters, bid protests, and public works issues.
• Support administrative proceedings and litigation by preparing pleadings, discovery, legal research, and motions.
• Interface with clients, opposing counsel, consultants, and public officials while demonstrating professionalism and sound judgment.

Requirements

• Three to five years of experience in public law, municipal law, government law, education law, or related practice areas.
• Strong interest in developing a diverse public agency practice involving governance and public contracting.
• Ability to manage assignments, prioritize competing deadlines, and handle matters with increasing independence.
• Willingness to take ownership of projects and develop practical, client-focused solutions.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active license to practice law in the State of California.

Skills

• Experience with or familiarity with the Brown Act, California Public Records Act, Political Reform Act, and conflict-of-interest laws is preferred.
• Excellent legal research and analytical skills, with the ability to quickly learn new subject matter.
• Strong writing skills, including the ability to draft complex legal documents and policies.
• Ability to assist in advising public agencies regarding business operations, commercial transactions, and vendor agreements.
• Self-starter with excellent communication, follow-through skills, strong work ethic, and an entrepreneurial mindset.

Benefits

• Opportunity to gain experience in a wide range of public law matters.
• Long-term growth in a sophisticated and collaborative public law practice.

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