Staff Attorney

DLR Group
Sacramento, CA Contractor
POSTED ON 8/27/2024 CLOSED ON 9/25/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Attorney position at DLR Group?

DLR Group is an integrated design firm that aspires to be the most creative enterprise on the planet. Our brand promise is to elevate the human experience through design. If that challenge is appealing, you're at the right place.

DLR Group is currently offering a compelling opportunity for a Staff Attorney to join our in-house Legal team.

Location:

  • This role is available in Los Angeles, where about 10% of the firm’s national staff is based, constituting about half of the firm’s 300 California employees. Candidates interested in our Riverside, San Diego, Sacramento, and San Francisco locations will also be considered.
  • Other locations outside of California where the firm maintains a large office may be considered.

Position Summary

We are looking for a Staff Attorney that has experience relating to architecture, engineering, construction (“AEC”) and design-build in the public and private sector. As a Staff Attorney, you will provide support with regard to design contract review and negotiation, dispute resolution and some other general legal matters.

At DLR Group, we are an innovative integrated design firm employing a staff of approximately 1,500 designers and professionals around the globe that are passionate about sustainable design. We offer flexible work options and have a rich culture to immerse yourself.

The Successful Candidate Will

  • Review and negotiate Owner-Architect, Design Builder-Architect and Architect-Consultant Agreement using AIA, DBIA and client originated forms of contract.
  • Direct the legal response to disputes, including evaluation, direct negotiation, mediation, litigation or arbitration and settlement.
  • Support negotiation of additional services fee claims
  • Manage outside litigation counsel in connection with active disputes.
  • Organize and manage documents and information related to discovery.
  • Analyze negligence allegations relating to change orders, delay and lost efficiency.
  • Assist in collection of delinquent accounts receivable.
  • Provide advice regarding other general legal matters, including employment, non-AEC contracts, and corporate governance.
  • Present internal education programs relating to legal concerns.

Required Qualifications

  • Juris Doctorate and admission to a state bar, preferably California
  • 4-10 years of legal experience, with emphasis on litigation, of matters relating to the architecture, engineering or construction industry within a law firm, an in-house legal department, or a professional liability insurer.
  • Experience with risk assessment associated with AEC contracts.
  • Strong analytical and oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently, efficiently and effectively.
  • Some day and overnight travel, mostly within California, but on occasion to other locations nationwide.

DLR Group is an integrated design firm delivering architecture, engineering, interiors, planning, and building optimization for new construction, renovation, and adaptive reuse. Our promise is to elevate the human experience through design. This promise inspires sustainable design for a diverse group of public and private sector clients; local communities; and our planet. DLR Group is 100 percent employee-owned and fully supports the initiatives and goals of the 2030 Challenge and is an initial signatory to the China Accord and the AIA 2030 Commitment.

Our comprehensive benefits at DLR Group include: medical, dental, vision, disability, wellness programs, flex spending, paid holidays, and paid time off. We also offer a 401k, employee stock ownership, bonus opportunities.

Compensation considerations are based on location, experience, and skills. The potential pay range for this role is $130,000-$200,000 annually.

Visit dlrgroup.com and follow us on Twitter, Instagram and at LinkedIn.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V.

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