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Construction Attorney | Litigation or Transactional

CompanyWilliams Parker
LocationSarasota
Work ModeOn Site
PostedSeptember 20, 2026
About The Company
From its founding, Williams Parker played a pivotal role in shaping Southwest Florida’s skyline and neighborhoods, supporting the development of banks, schools, the public hospital, the airport, and many of the enduring and iconic institutions that define our region’s unique character. For a century, the lawyers at Williams Parker have built national-caliber capabilities, offering one of Florida’s largest and most sophisticated trusts and estates practices, as well as top-tier real estate law, business and tax law, labor and employment law, probate and civil litigation, health law, and intellectual property law practices. 56% have at least one advanced degree in taxation, accounting, or business, or are board-certified by The Florida Bar as specialists in their fields.
About the Role

Williams Parker, the region’s largest and oldest law firm founded in 1925, is seeking an experienced Construction Attorneys with litigation or transactional practices to join our dynamic and thriving team in Sarasota, Florida. Whether you are already licensed to practice law in Florida - or planning to relocate and willing to sit for the Florida Bar in the near future - you are encouraged to apply.

As a Construction Attorney at Williams Parker, you will handle a wide range of legal matters related to construction projects, including contract negotiation, project counseling, risk management, bid protests, regulatory compliance, and dispute resolution. You will work closely with clients to ensure their projects comply with legal and regulatory requirements and help them navigate through any issues that may arise during the construction process. Additionally, you will be an integral part of our team, collaborating with attorneys from various practice areas to provide comprehensive legal solutions to our clients.

For more information about our Construction practice, click here.

  • Strong knowledge of construction law, including experience with contract negotiation and dispute resolution
  • Experience advising clients on construction-related contracts, regulatory compliance, and risk management
  • Dedication to client service excellence in a fast-paced, collegial, and engaging environment
  • Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and effectively manage priorities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate complex legal concepts to clients and colleagues
  • Minimum of 7 years of experience in construction litigation
  • Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school
  • Admission to the Florida Bar or willingness to become a member of The Florida Bar in the near future

At Williams Parker, you will play a meaningful role in advancing the firm’s continued success while benefiting from a platform designed to support long‑term professional growth and sustained excellence. You will join a collaborative team of accomplished attorneys and professionals who have built Williams Parker’s reputation as both a leading law firm and an exceptional place to practice. We offer a competitive total rewards package that includes:

  • Market‑leading compensation aligned with experience, expertise, and contributions
  • Complex, sophisticated matters that require strategic judgment and deep subject‑matter knowledge
  • Thoughtful integration into firm practices, with access to mentorship, leadership development, and cross‑practice collaboration
  • Comprehensive health and disability insurance coverage
  • Vision and dental insurance programs
  • Firm‑paid life insurance, with options to purchase additional coverage
  • Employer‑sponsored retirement savings plan with employer contributions
  • Perks platform providing access to more than 30,000 national and local discounts
  • Wellness programs supporting physical, mental, and professional well‑being
Key Skills
Construction lawLitigationContract negotiationProject counselingRisk managementBid protestsRegulatory complianceDispute resolutionLegal researchClient serviceCommunication skillsStrategic judgment
Categories
LegalConstruction
Benefits
Competitive total rewards packageHealth insuranceDisability insuranceVision insuranceDental insuranceLife insuranceRetirement savings planPerks platformWellness programs
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The attorney will handle a wide range of legal matters related to construction projects, including contract negotiation, project counseling, and dispute resolution. They will work closely with clients to ensure regulatory compliance and provide comprehensive legal solutions in collaboration with other practice areas.
📋Job Type
full time
📊Experience Level
5-10
💼Company Size
120
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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