Associate Attorney - Construction Defect

Apple & Associates; Santa Ana (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm in Santa Ana, CA is seeking an experienced attorney specializing in construction defect litigation. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of relevant experience and will manage cases independently while collaborating with a supportive team. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work on complex legal matters within a collegial environment.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of construction defect experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of litigation experience.
• Ability to manage cases independently.

Responsibilities

• Handle construction defect litigation from inception to trial.
• Conduct discovery and manage court appearances.
• Collaborate with a team to achieve firm goals.

Skills

Strong litigation skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

California Bar admission

Job description

Note : This position is a hybrid work schedule for the Santa Ana, CA office. Associates with fewer than 2 years of experience are required to be in office close to full time or full time.

About Our Client

Our client is a respected law firm based in Orange County, California, known for its high-quality legal work and innovative solutions in the construction defect litigation space. They pride themselves on offering the resources and sophistication of a larger firm while maintaining a collegial, entrepreneurial culture that provides attorneys with significant client contact and professional development.

Job Description

• Handle construction defect litigation matters from inception through trial with minimal supervision
• Conduct discovery, site inspections, issue analysis, depositions, and settlement negotiations
• Retain and work with expert witnesses for expert discovery
• Independently manage court appearances, depositions, and hearings
• Collaborate with a team to achieve client and firm goals

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of construction defect experience
• Minimum of 2 years of litigation experience
• Strong litigation skills, including handling cases independently
• Admission to the California Bar
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team

Why This is a Great Opportunity

• Join an AV-rated law firm known for its sophisticated work and excellent reputation
• Gain significant client contact and case responsibility
• Work in a collegial environment with entrepreneurial flexibility
• Competitive compensation package, including full benefits
• Opportunity to work on complex and challenging legal matters with respected attorneys in the field

JOB CODE : JPC - 92

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $100,000.00 - $185,000.00 per year

Benefits :

Note : This position is a hybrid work schedule for the Santa Ana, CA office. Associates with fewer than 2 years of experience are required to be in office close to full time or full time.

About Our Client

Our client is a respected law firm based in Orange County, California, known for its high-quality legal work and innovative solutions in the construction defect litigation space. They pride themselves on offering the resources and sophistication of a larger firm while maintaining a collegial, entrepreneurial culture that provides attorneys with significant client contact and professional development.

Job Description

• Handle construction defect litigation matters from inception through trial with minimal supervision
• Conduct discovery, site inspections, issue analysis, depositions, and settlement negotiations
• Retain and work with expert witnesses for expert discovery
• Independently manage court appearances, depositions, and hearings
• Collaborate with a team to achieve client and firm goals

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of construction defect experience

Minimum of 2 years of litigation experience

Strong litigation skills, including handling cases independently

Admission to the California Bar

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team

Why This is a Great Opportunity

Join an AV-rated law firm known for its sophisticated work and excellent reputation

Gain significant client contact and case responsibility

Work in a collegial environment with entrepreneurial flexibility

Competitive compensation package, including full benefits

Opportunity to work on complex and challenging legal matters with respected attorneys in the field

JOB CODE : JPC - 92

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $100,000.00 - $185,000.00 per year

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule :

Monday to Friday

Experience :

recent construction defect : 5 years (Required)

recent litigation : 2 years (Required)

License / Certification :

California Bar license (Required)

Work Location : Hybrid remote in Santa Ana, CA 92705

JPC - 92

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