Construction Defect Associate Attorney

Jobot; Irvine (CA); Híbrido; USD 115.000 - 195.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Hybrid work environment

Remote work possibility

Descripción de la vacante

Jobot is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its Construction Defect practice in California. The ideal candidate has at least three years of defense experience, a Juris Doctor, and California bar admission.

The role involves handling a litigation caseload, taking depositions, and preparing for trials in offices that may include San Francisco or Walnut Creek. The firm offers a hybrid work environment with potential for remote work, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Formación

• Three+ years of experience in construction defect litigation.
• JD from an ABA-accredited law school.
• California bar admission required.
• Experience with depositions and motions.
• Ability to manage a litigation caseload independently.
• Strong research and writing abilities.

Responsabilidades

• Handle local and national accounts throughout 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; e-filing experience.
• Trial preparation and support.
• Maintain accurate time records.

Conocimientos

Independent work

Research skills

Written communication

Time management

Educación

Juris Doctor

Descripción del empleo

Overview

Urgently hiring Construction Defect Associate Attorney.

Job Details

Host: Kendall Kaing.

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.