Construction Attorney

McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter, LLP; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus opportunities

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation

Job summary

McElroy Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter, LLP seeks attorneys with at least 4 years of general litigation experience focusing on construction disputes in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. You will join the Firm’s Construction and Surety Group, which handles contract claims, transactions, arbitration, and litigation in state and federal courts.

The role offers competitive pay and bonus opportunities plus comprehensive benefits and a collaborative team environment across multiple states.

Qualifications

• J.D. from ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission to the Pennsylvania and New Jersey Bars.
• Strong research, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage complex cases and work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively with senior attorneys and clients on litigation issues.
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and manage discovery.
• Prepare for and attend court hearings, mediations, and depositions; and
• Engage in courtroom advocacy and motion practice.

Skills

Legal research

Pleadings drafting

Litigation support

Court appearances

Education

J.D. from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

McElroy, Deutsch, Mulvaney & Carpenter, LLP has nearly 120 attorneys working from 11 offices across 9 states. We deliver comprehensive legal services to individuals, corporations, and public and private organizations, spanning a variety of industries and professional disciplines.

Summary

McElroy Deutsch is seeking attorneys with a minimum of 4 years of general litigation experience handling construction disputes in Pennsylvania and New Jersey. The attorney would be part of the Firm’s nationally recognized Construction and Surety Group, which has a diverse practice in contract claims, transactions, arbitration, and litigation in state and federal jurisdictions.

Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with senior attorneys and clients on litigation issues;
• Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, and manage discovery;
• Prepare for and attend court hearings, mediations, and depositions; and
• Engage in courtroom advocacy and motion practice.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA accredited law school;
• Admission to the Pennsylvania and New Jersey Bars;
• Strong research, writing, and advocacy skills;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; and
• Ability to manage complex cases and work collaboratively in a team environment.

McElroy Deutsch offers competitive salary and bonus opportunities, medical and dental insurance, flexible spending account, 401(k), and paid vacation. These benefits are available to full-time employees.

Qualified minorities, women, veterans, and attorneys with disabilities are encouraged to apply.