Construction Attorney

Jobot; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care and dental plans

401(k) with employer matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an attorney for a litigation defense role focusing on commercial and civil matters in the Dallas area. The candidate will provide expert legal advice and represent clients with a strong emphasis on construction and construction defect matters.

The position requires a JD, active bar license, and at least 3 years of relevant experience, with opportunities for professional development and competitive compensation including bonuses.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar in good standing.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience practicing law in construction and construction defect matters.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and projects simultaneously.
• Proven track record of achieving favorable outcomes for clients.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert legal advice and representation in corporate law and general defense litigation.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case preparation and strategy.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, contracts, and agreements.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop case strategies and ensure comprehensive legal support.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and personalized service.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Court representation

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Westlaw

Lexis

Job description

Job details

Litigation Defense firm - Commercial and Civil Matters - Flexible Hours

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Kris Leishman

Salary: $100,000 - $160,000 per year

About us

Leading law firm dedicated to providing exceptional legal services. With a commitment to client satisfaction and results-driven service, we uphold the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. Our team is composed of talented attorneys and support staff who work collaboratively to achieve the best outcomes for our clients.

Job Description

• Provide expert legal advice and representation to clients in various areas of law, including but not limited to corporate law, and general defense litigation.
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case preparation and strategy development.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, contracts, and agreements.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop case strategies and ensure comprehensive legal support.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and industry trends.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and personalized service.

Why join us?

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health care and dental plans.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Paid time off and flexible working hours.
• Professional development opportunities and ongoing training.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Job Details

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the state bar and in good standing.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience practicing law in construction and construction defect matters.
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and projects simultaneously.
• Proven track record of achieving favorable outcomes for clients.
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards.

Equal Opportunity

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrations 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.

Background Check

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.