A well-established litigation practice is looking to add a Construction Litigation Attorney with real trial experience and the judgment to run cases independently. This isn't a document-review seat attorneys here own their matters from the first claim letter through trial, working directly with clients rather than through layers of partners.
The firm offers remote flexibility, sane billable-hour targets, and comp that reflects actual market rates for the work.
What You'll Be Doing
- Running construction litigation matters start to finish, including trial
- Drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, discovery, and dispositive motions
- Taking and defending depositions
- Arguing motions and appearing in court
- Digging into contracts, change orders, specs, and project records to build the case
- Assessing claims, defenses, and litigation risk before they become problems
- Coordinating with clients, experts, insurance adjusters, opposing counsel, and witnesses
- Handling mediations, settlement talks, and trial prep
- Setting litigation strategy rather than just executing someone else's
- Working independently on assignments while still plugging into a broader team when needed
What You Need
- At least 4 years litigating civil matters
- Active California Bar membership, in good standing
- Solid research, writing, and courtroom advocacy chops
- Real experience with discovery, depositions, and motion practice
- Comfort running your own caseload without hand-holding
Nice to Have
- Construction litigation background specifically
- Working knowledge of construction contracts, change orders, and project documentation
- Experience representing contractors, developers, owners, or insurers in construction disputes
- A track record taking complex civil cases through mediation, settlement, or trial
Compensation & Benefits
- $165,000–$225,000 base, depending on experience
- Annual performance and billable-hour bonuses
- Remote flexibility
- Strong health insurance
- 401(k) with partial match
Actual offer depends on the candidate's background and experience level.
