Associate Attorney | Construction Litigation

Jobot; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two remote workdays per week

Health insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shie

Dental and vision coverage

HSA option

Life insurance $30K

401K with company match

Continued legal education (CLE)

Disbursement of bar dues

Bi-monthly payroll

Job summary

Jobot is a Texas-based litigation firm seeking an attorney with strong construction/defect litigation experience. The role involves managing cases from inception to trial, providing risk guidance on construction projects, and drafting pleadings and motions.

The ideal candidate holds a JD, is licensed in Texas, and demonstrates excellent research, writing, and advocacy skills. The position offers a collaborative team environment with remote workdays, generous benefits, and a 401K plan with

Qualifications

• 2+ years of litigation experience; prior construction or construction defect litigation experience strongly preferred.
• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently while working collaboratively within a team.
• Active membership in the Texas Bar, in good standing.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in construction and construction defect claims, managing cases from inception through trial or settlement.
• Provide risk management advice and strategic legal guidance throughout construction projects.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents with precision and clarity.
• Conduct complex legal research and analysis on construction and construction defect matters.
• Collaborate with experts, consultants, and other professionals to develop strong case strategies.
• Communicate effectively with clients to manage expectations and ensure satisfaction.
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial proceedings.
• Mentor and support junior attorneys in research, case preparation, and trial strategy.

Skills

Litigation experience

Research and writing

Oral advocacy

Client service

Independent caseload management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job details

Salary: $115,000 - $160,000 per year

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Luke Moussalli

A bit about us

We are a Texas-based litigation firm with a long-standing reputation for excellence in trial advocacy and client service. Our team is recognized for handling complex, high-stakes litigation across a variety of industries, with particular strength in construction and insurance defense. We offer a supportive environment that emphasizes professional growth, collaboration, and delivering outstanding results for our clients.

Why join us

Benefits:

• Two remote workdays each week, except for Fridays.
• Monthly lunch group and happy hour events. Quarterly firm lunches to relax and bond with colleagues.
• All associates and staff are paid twice a month on the 15th and last day of the month by direct deposit.
• Entitled to participate in our firm Bonus Program for Associates. Bonuses are awarded four times a year, with amounts based on hours worked during the previous 3-month period.
• Firm pays all bar dues and occupation tax for attorneys.
• Firm pays for 15 hours of Continuing Legal Education (CLE) per year.
• After 30 days with the firm, you will be eligible to participate in our 401K retirement/investment plan, with a 100% match for contributions up to 3% of salary and 50% match for contributions between 3-5%.
• Comprehensive group health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield, including dental, vision, and an optional HSA plan.
• The firm provides a $30K life insurance policy at no cost to each employee.

Job Details

Job Description:

• Represent clients in construction and construction defect claims, managing cases from inception through trial or settlement
• Provide risk management advice and strategic legal guidance throughout construction projects
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery, and other legal documents with precision and clarity
• Conduct complex legal research and analysis on construction and construction defect matters
• Collaborate with experts, consultants, and other professionals to develop strong case strategies
• Communicate effectively with clients to manage expectations and ensure satisfaction
• Participate in depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial proceedings
• Mentor and support junior attorneys in research, case preparation, and trial strategy

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active membership in the Texas Bar, in good standing
• 2+ years of litigation experience; prior construction or construction defect litigation experience strongly preferred
• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to manage a caseload independently while working collaboratively within a team
• Strong client-service orientation and interpersonal skills

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.

By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot, and/or its agents and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy here: jobot.com/privacy-policy