Associate Attorney - Construction Law at Siegfried Rivera PA – Coral Gables, Florida

Siegfried Rivera is seeking a detail oriented and experienced Associate Attorney to join our Construction Law practice. There is a strong focus on contracts and building relationships with the clients. The successful candidate will support a wide range of construction related agreements, gaining exposure to both domestic and international projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in drafting and negotiating construction, design, design build, and related contracts.
• Collaborate to assess project specific contractual needs, considering factors such as cost, location, and intended use.
• Apply legal expertise to identify and mitigate risks during contract formation.
• Work with a diverse client base including public entities, educational institutions, private developers, low-income housing developers, homeowners, condominium associations, and general contractors.
• Support international project work as needed.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to practice law in Florida.
• 7+ years of experience in construction law and contract work preferred.
• Experience with drafting contracts required.
• Litigation experience is a plus.
• Strong legal writing and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently.
• Familiarity with legal tech tools (e.g. NetDocuments, Perfectlaw, Lexis Nexis).

Preferred Attributes:

• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Interest in construction law and contract development.
• Experience with public and private sector clients.

The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package and competitive salary. Please submit resume and salary requirement to apply. All submissions are kept strictly confidential. Siegfried Rivera is an equal opportunity employer.