Construction Associate Attorney - Tampa

Sora Resource Group; Tampa (FL); Hybride; USD 165 000 - 180 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Profit-sharing

Discretionary bonus

Comprehensive benefits

Résumé du poste

Not disclosed law firm in Tampa is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Construction Litigation Practice. This hybrid role offers exposure to high-stakes disputes and a platform to develop trial-ready skills alongside experienced partners.

The successful candidate will handle pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal memoranda, while building a client-focused practice and contributing to strategy and case analysis.

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.

Responsabilités

• 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.

Connaissances

Litigation experience

Construction litigation

Legal writing

Discovery & depositions

Pleadings & motions

Client service mindset

Team collaboration

Formation

J.D. degree

Description du poste

CONSTRUCTION ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

Location: Tampa, FL

HYBRID

Our client, a prominent AmLaw 200 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 in a collaborative and client-focused environment.

Candidate Profile

• JDfrom atop-tier law schoolwith anexcellent academic record
• Active Bar AdmissioninFlorida, in good standing
• 4–5 years of substantive generallitigation 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

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in construction litigation matters, including contract disputes, defect claims, and delay-related litigation
• Draft sophisticated litigation-related documentswith 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

Why Join Us?

This is an exceptional opportunity to join atop-tier construction practice with astrong reputation for handling high-stakes construction litigation. Associates in this group gain meaningful responsibility early, working directly with experienced partners and a diverse client base. The firm fosters a collaborative, growth-oriented environment that prioritizes professional development, mentorship, and long-term career advancement. You’ll have the opportunity tobroadenyourlitigation experience,deepenyour constructionexpertise, andmake a tangible impacton client outcomes.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Expected annual salary range of$165,000-$180,000, as determined by experience and market factors
• Eligibility forprofit-sharingand a discretionarybonus
• 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

Our client is anEqual Opportunity Employer.