Construction Defect Associate

BCG Attorney Search; Costa Mesa (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Disability & life insurance

401K

Pet insurance

Referral program

Career growth

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Costa Mesa, CA is seeking a Construction Defect Associate for a hybrid role with remote work part of the week and two in-office days. You will represent developers and contractors in commercial and residential construction defect matters, attend court hearings, handle discovery and depositions, and manage client communications throughout litigation with a proactive team.

Active California Bar membership and a J.D.

Qualifications

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Active California State Bar membership in good standing.
• Experience with construction defect cases required.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Proactive team player with litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Attend court hearings and participate in site inspections.
• Handle all aspects of construction claims, including discovery and depositions.
• Manage client communications throughout litigation.

Skills

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Legal research

Communication

Team player

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Construction Defect Associate in Costa Mesa, CA. This hybrid role offers the flexibility of working remotely for part of the week, with two days required in the office. The position involves representing various stakeholders in construction defect cases, including developers and contractors, in both commercial and residential projects.

Duties

• Attend court hearings and participate in site inspections.
• Handle all aspects of construction claims, including discovery and depositions.
• Manage client communications throughout litigation.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.
• Active member of the California State Bar in good standing.
• Experience with construction defect cases is required.
• Exceptional communication and advocacy skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong legal research and writing skills with attention to detail.
• Litigation experience with a proactive team player attitude.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree.

Certifications

• Active member of the California State Bar.

Skills

• Excellent communication and advocacy skills.
• Strong legal research and writing abilities.
• Proactive and collaborative team player.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, disability, life, flexible spending account, and 401K.
• Pet insurance coverage.
• Referral program.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.