Construction Defect Associate Attorney

Jobot; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 195,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance

401(k)

Competitive compensation

Job summary

A legal firm is urgently hiring a Construction Defect Associate Attorney with at least three years of experience in construction defect cases. Located in California, the position offers a hybrid work environment and competitive compensation ranging from $115,000 to $195,000 per year. The role involves managing a litigation caseload, preparing court documents, and supporting trial preparations. The ideal candidate must be admitted to practice in California and have strong analytical and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in construction defect practice.
• Must be admitted to practice in the state of California.
• Experience with motion practice and depositions.

Responsibilities

• Handle local and national accounts throughout California.
• Independently manage a litigation caseload.
• Prepare court filings and service to counsel.
• Trial preparation and support.

Skills

Independent work

Research and writing skills

Multi-tasking ability

Analysis of complex matters

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Job description

Overview

Urgently hiring Construction Defect Associate Attorney.

Job details: Host: Kendall Kaing. Easy Apply by submitting your resume. Salary: $115,000 - $195,000 per year.

About the Role

My client is seeking to add an Associate Attorney to their Construction Defect practice group in either the San Francisco or Walnut Creek offices. The candidate should have a minimum of three (3) years of experience in handling Defense Construction Defect cases.

Why join us

Why Should You Apply? Our associates work closely with senior lawyers and clients on challenging work in an entrepreneurial and collegial environment. We offer a hybrid work environment, with the potential for fully remote work, competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and 401(k).

Our client will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status. We are committed to cultivating an environment that embraces and promotes diversity as a fundamental value.

Job Details

• Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Handle local and national accounts throughout the state of California.
• Independently manage a litigation caseload.
• Conduct depositions.
• Prepare witnesses for deposition and trial.
• Review and analyze discovery requests.
• Prepare and respond to discovery responses and pleadings.
• Prepare court filings and service to counsel; experience with e-filing.
• Trial preparation and support.
• Maintain accurate time records.

Qualifications

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in one or more of the following practice areas: construction defect.
• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Must be admitted to practice in the state of California.
• Experience with motion practice and depositions.
• Experience taking lead in plaintiff and expert depositions.
• Capable of independent work.
• Work in an organized and efficient manner.
• Superior research and writing skills.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to analyze complex matters.

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