Construction Associate Attorney – Tampa

Software Placement Group; Tampa (FL); Hybrid; USD 165,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Discretionary bonus

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

PTO

401(k)

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Tampa seeks an Associate Attorney for its Construction Litigation Practice. You will handle contract disputes, defect claims, and delay-related litigation, drafting pleadings and managing discovery with precision and strategic insight.

You will conduct legal research, analyze cases, and collaborate with partners on trial preparation to develop effective strategies. The role offers a competitive salary and a hybrid schedule in Tampa, FL.

Qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record.
• Active Bar Admission in Florida, in good standing.
• 4–5 years of substantive general litigation experience, with a focus on construction litigation.
• Experience drafting pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda.
• Experience handling discovery processes and depositions.
• Excellent legal writing and analytical skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, with a client-service mindset.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in construction litigation matters, including contract disputes, defect claims, and delay-related litigation.
• Draft sophisticated litigation-related documents with precision and strategic insight.
• Manage discovery, including document review, depositions, and expert witness coordination.
• Conduct legal research and case analysis to develop effective litigation strategies.
• Work closely with partners and senior attorneys on case strategy and trial preparation.

Skills

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Communication

Client service mindset

Team collaboration

Education

J.D.

Florida Bar Admission

Job description

Location: Tampa, FL | Schedule: Full-time, Hybrid | Compensation: $165,000-$180,000

Overview

A prominent large law firm is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join its expanding Construction Litigation Practice in Tampa. This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-level attorney to take on meaningful responsibility, work with a diverse client base, and gain hands-on experience in high-stakes construction disputes within a collaborative, client-focused environment.

What you'll do

• Represent clients in construction litigation matters, including contract disputes, defect claims, and delay-related litigation
• Draft sophisticated litigation-related documents with precision and strategic insight
• Manage discovery, including document review, depositions, and expert witness coordination
• Conduct legal research and case analysis to develop effective litigation strategies
• Work closely with partners and senior attorneys on case strategy and trial preparation

Required qualifications

• JD from a top-tier law school with an excellent academic record
• Active Bar Admission in Florida, in good standing
• 4–5 years of substantive general litigation experience, with a focus on construction litigation
• Demonstrated experience drafting pleadings, motions, and legal memoranda
• Experience handling discovery processes and depositions
• Excellent legal writing and analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, with a client-service mindset
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team

Compensation and benefits

• Expected annual salary range of $165,000-$180,000, as determined by experience and market factors
• Eligibility for profit-sharing and a discretionary bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid time off; 401(k) and other retirement plans; FSA/HSA; paid parental leave; domestic partner benefits; family/dependent care leave; employee assistance program; and commuter benefits

Why this role

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a top-tier construction practice with a strong reputation for handling high-stakes construction litigation, offering meaningful early responsibility, mentorship, and long-term career advancement.