We're Hiring: Construction Attorney

Ferrara Fiorenza, PC Seeking to Add Experienced Attorneys to its Growing Construction Law Team!

Our Construction Law practice continues to grow and presents an exciting opportunity for knowledgeable attorneys. We welcome the opportunity to meet – even informally - with attorneys in this practice area to explore whether joining our firm might be right for them.

Who We Are:

Ferrara Fiorenza’s 25+ attorneys are dedicated solely to representing the interests of public-school districts and employers of all types. Since our founding over 30 years ago, we have been a focused legal practice committed to going above and beyond in serving the interests of our clients.

Our construction law practice continues to expand, and we are actively seeking experienced attorneys who are looking to take their career to the next level. Our success is built upon our goals of hiring, developing, and retaining exemplary leaders in our practice area. We are committed to achieving these goals while creating a work environment where every attorney and staff member is valued, heard, and empowered to fulfill their potential in the legal profession.

We promote a work culture of collaboration, mutual respect, and inclusiveness, which encourages individuals to thrive personally and professionally while respecting work-life balance.

Position Description:

Attorneys in this position can expect to provide legal counsel and representation to school district and BOCES clients on their capital construction projects, including drafting architect contracts; construction management contracts, assisting with preparation of bid documents , assist school districts with bid awards; construction administration and close out of projects. Attorneys will also help to resolve disputes on capital projects.

Qualifications:

Our ideal candidate will be a member of the New York State Bar, possess at least 3+ years’ experience in construction law, knowledge of the AIA Contract Documents, demonstrate strong writing and research skills, the ability to effectively communicate with and advocate for clients, and thrive in a collaborative, teamwork environment.

Salary:

The anticipated compensation for the experienced construction law attorney we seek, depending on experience, education and other relevant background and skills is $110,000 to $160,000.

Benefits:

Competitive salary, 401(k) Plan with Firm contributions, annually funded Profit Sharing Plan, disability and life insurance, health insurance, dental, vision and other benefits.

More About the Firm:

We are honored to be recognized as one of CNY’s Best Place to Work every year since 2019, the first year we sought this distinction. Our attorneys are often considered thought leaders in their fields of practice. The Firm is based in East Syracuse, New York, with offices in Rochester and Binghamton. We dedicate our practices to serving public schools and employers of all types, and, as such, we work on meaningful, and gratifying matters every day.

For our public school clients, our representation, advice and counsel are always intended to improve the quality of our public schools and the overall education of our children. Whether working on a school construction project, matters impacting special education, constitutional questions related to separation of church and state, reviewing school safety plans, or guiding a Board of Education through the granting of tenure, we strive to ensure our efforts will yield a better and safer educational environment for our children.

If you could thrive in this collegial and collaborative law firm environment, we encourage you to send your resume along with a cover letter to the contact below.

Please reach out to our Office Administrator, Katherine Senn to explore whether an informal meeting makes sense, or submit a resume and cover letter to: kasenn@ferrarafirm.com.