Construction Litigation Associate

Our national law firm client is seeking a Construction Litigation Associate with 3-5 years of litigation experience to join its Los Angeles team.

This is a strong opportunity for a litigator looking to take on meaningful case responsibility while developing expertise in a sophisticated and highly marketable area of practice.

Prior construction litigation experience is preferred but not required. Strong general litigators with excellent writing, deposition, motion practice, and courtroom experience are encouraged to apply.

Role Overview

The associate will work on complex construction and commercial disputes and take an active role throughout the litigation lifecycle.

Responsibilities may include:

• Managing litigation matters and assigned case files
• Drafting pleadings, motions, briefs, and other court filings
• Taking and defending depositions
• Conducting legal research and developing litigation strategy
• Managing written and document discovery
• Preparing matters for hearings, mediation, and trial
• Participating in courtroom proceedings and motion practice
• Working directly with clients on case developments and strategy
• Negotiating resolutions and supporting settlement discussions

Candidate Profile

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active California Bar membership required
• 3-5 years of litigation experience
• Construction litigation experience preferred but not required
• Strong experience with depositions and motion practice
• Trial preparation and courtroom exposure
• Excellent advocacy, research, writing, and negotiation skills
• Strong academic credentials
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Willingness to develop expertise in construction law and related disputes

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Join a national law firm platform
• Gain exposure to sophisticated construction disputes
• Construction experience is not required for strong litigators
• Meaningful deposition, motion, and courtroom responsibility
• Direct client interaction and substantive case ownership
• Opportunity to build expertise in a specialized and highly marketable practice area
• Strong mentorship and long-term career development

Interested in learning more? Send a confidential email to: [email protected]