Construction Associate Attorney

SalesBountyHunter; Town of Florida (NY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) with 3% employer contribution

Job summary

SalesBountyHunter seeks a Construction Associate Attorney in Florida with 3–7 years of construction and business litigation experience. Florida Bar admission and strong knowledge of liens, bonds, and defect claims are required. Hybrid work arrangement.

You will manage cases from inception to resolution, handle discovery, draft pleadings, and advise on Florida Construction Lien Law and Chapter 713. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 3–7 years of relevant litigation experience, focused on construction litigation
• Experience handling liens, bonds, and construction defect claims
• Trial experience and familiarity with insurance defense procedures

Responsibilities

• Manage litigation matters from inception through resolution, including motion practice, hearings, depositions, and trials
• Handle construction defect litigation, lien and bond disputes, delay claims, scope of work disputes, and breach of contract cases
• Counsel clients on Florida Construction Lien Law, Chapter 713, and applicable performance/payment bond regulations
• Conduct and manage all aspects of discovery including e-discovery, expert retention, and depositions
• Draft legal pleadings, substantive motions, mediation statements, and settlement agreements
• Maintain clear and timely communication with clients and opposing counsel

Skills

Trial experience

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Florida Bar license

Job description

Job Title: Construction Associate Attorney

Job Type: Hybrid

Overview:

Our Client is seeking a skilled and motivated Construction Associate Attorney with 3-7 years of experience, focusing on a balanced caseload of 50% Construction Litigation and 50% Business Litigation. Must be licensed to practice in Florida and possess significant experience in construction-related legal matters, including liens, bonds, and defect claims.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary: $130K-170K based on experience
• Medical Insurance
• 401(k) with 3% employer contribution

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage litigation matters from inception through resolution, including motion practice, hearings, depositions, and trials.
• Handle construction defect litigation, lien and bond disputes, delay claims, scope of work disputes, and breach of contract cases.
• Counsel clients on Florida Construction Lien Law, Chapter 713, and applicable performance/payment bond regulations.
• Conduct and manage all aspects of discovery including e-discovery, expert retention, and depositions.
• Draft legal pleadings, substantive motions, mediation statements, and settlement agreements.
• Maintain clear and timely communication with clients and opposing counsel.

Qualifications:

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active Florida Bar license.
• 3-7 years of relevant litigation experience, with a focus onconstruction litigation.
• Demonstrated experience handling matters involving liens, bonds, and construction defect claims.
• Trial experience and familiarity with insurance defense procedures preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.