Construction Attorney

Talis Group, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Talis Group, Inc., on behalf of a prominent Kentucky law firm, seeks a Construction Litigation Associate with 2-6 years of experience to join the Construction Service Group in Louisville. The position focuses on handling construction-related disputes, collaborating with senior litigators, and supporting the preparation and negotiation of contracts, while exposing you to transactional and risk management matters.

Candidates should have a J.D.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active license to practice law.
• 1-5 years of construction litigation or complex commercial litigation.
• Strong writing, research, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Degree, coursework, or professional background in engineering, architecture, or the construction industry is a plus, but not required.
• Professional, collaborative, and client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Handle construction-related litigation and dispute resolution matters.
• Work closely with experienced attorneys on complex construction cases.
• Assist with the preparation and negotiation of construction and design contracts.
• Gain exposure to related transactional and risk management matters.
• Represent and advise clients across a variety of construction-related legal issues.
• Build relationships with clients and industry professionals.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Advocacy

Client service

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Join an award-winning law firm where people and results matter.

TalisGroup's client is a large, highly respected Kentucky-based law firm with multiple offices across the Midwest. Consistently recognized for excellence in litigation, innovation, client service, and as aBest Place to Work, the firm offers attorneys the opportunity to build meaningful careers alongside talented colleagues in a collaborative and high-performing environment.

The firm is seeking aConstruction Litigation Associate with 2-6 years of experienceto join its Construction Service Group in Louisville. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney interested in handling sophisticated construction disputes while gaining exposure to the business and transactional side of the construction industry.

Highlighted Duties:

• Handle construction-related litigation and dispute resolution matters.
• Work closely with experienced attorneys on complex construction cases.
• Assist with the preparation and negotiation of construction and design contracts.
• Gain exposure to related transactional and risk management matters.
• Represent and advise clients across a variety of construction-related legal issues.
• Build relationships with clients and industry professionals.

Highlighted Requirements:

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active license to practice law.
• 1-5 years of construction litigation or complex commercial litigation.
• Strong writing, research, analytical, and advocacy skills.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Degree, coursework, or professional background in engineering, architecture, or the construction industry is a plus, but not required.
• Professional, collaborative, and client-focused approach.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a highly regarded Construction Service Group and develop a specialized practice with a firm known for investing in its people and delivering exceptional results for its clients.

This information is a brief job summary for recruiting purposes only and does not constitute the entire job description, duties, or requirements.TalisGroup is an equal opportunity employer. All registrants are considered based upon their skills, performance, potential, and other qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.