Associate Litigation Attorney

Finch Thornton Baird Attorneys at Law; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 165,000 - 285,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (employee paid 100%)

401(k) and profit sharing

Paid parking

On-site gym access

Stocked beverages

MCLE classes

Firm social events

Job summary

Finch, Thornton & Baird, LLP in San Diego is seeking a Business Litigation Attorney with 2-8 years of experience to represent construction clients in bid protests, claim preparation, negotiations, mediations, litigation, and appeals. The firm is Chambers USA-ranked for its construction practice and handles matters for large contractors nationwide.

The firm offers a competitive base salary range of $165,000 to $285,000, along with a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative,

Qualifications

• 2–8 years experience in business litigation.
• Strong academic background, ambition, and keen attention to detail.
• Associates are expected to work in a team environment and demonstrate drive and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Represent construction clients in bid protests, claim preparation, negotiations, mediations, litigation and appeals.
• Provide comprehensive litigation services to the construction industry.
• Work within a collaborative team to deliver quality work product.

Skills

Ambition

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

Strong academic background

Job description

• 165000-285000 per year Direct deposit biweekly
• Full Time
• The firm offers competitive pay and a benefits package including: Medical, dental, and life insurance (100% PAID for the employee); 401(k) and Profit Sharing Plan; Sick and vacation days; PAID parking; First-class office complex with free use of on-site gym and more; Stocked refreshments including coffee and teas, and a latté and cappuccino machine; MCLE classes to attorneys and staff; Firm-hosted social events outside the office such as family picnics, staff appreciation and team building events, holiday parties, bar passage happy hours, etc.

San Diego based, Chambers listed and AV-rated, Business Law Firm with emphasis in public works and commercial construction, seeks a BUSINESS LITIGATION ATTORNEY (2-8 YEARS EXPERIENCE)

We invite you to join our team of attorneys representing construction clients in all facets of their businesses. From bid protests, claim preparation and presentation, and negotiations, to mediations, litigation, and appeals, we provide comprehensive litigation representation to the construction industry. The firm is ranked a top-50 Construction Practice in the United States with the privilege of representing some of the largest contractors in the Country, and is ranked by Chambers USA for its construction practice.

Finch, Thornton & Baird, LLP employs a hard working team of individuals and we strive to help them love their jobs. We foster a collaborative environment where secretaries and attorneys all work together to provide the best service to our clients and produce quality work product.

Base Salary Range: $165,000 to $285,000 - dependent on class year and applicable experience

Applicants should have a strong academic background, ambition, and keen attention to detail. Finch, Thornton & Baird, LLP's attorneys come from diverse backgrounds with common threads of academic excellence and unique character. The firm fosters a team environment where the strength of the firm prevails over its individuals. However, associates are given responsibilities and are compensated commensurate with their individual demonstrated drive and abilities. Associates receive a base salary, bonus based on hours, and a benefits package which is competitive in the San Diego market.

Associates are expected to independently analyze and recommend practical, cost-efficient legal solutions. Guidance is readily available and provided by partners and senior associates so as to ensure that new associates develop into goal-oriented problem solvers who earn clients' confidence.

Finch, Thornton & Baird, LLP hires motivated, energetic team players, who work well in the office as a team member. Direct candidates only. Please, no third-party recruiters.